The 718 area code covers New York City's outer boroughs — Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx — but not Manhattan, which uses 212, 646, and 332. Since 1984, 718's territory has grown crowded: it's now shared with 347 (1999), 929 (2011), and as of June 18, 2026, a brand-new fourth overlay, 465. The region sits in the Eastern Time Zone.
This guide covers exactly what 718 does and doesn't reach, how all four overlay codes compare, what a business number in this territory actually costs, and the numbering history behind NYC's most crowded area code family.
Where 718 reaches — and what it does NOT cover
The 718 area code location covers Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx — plus one quirk: Marble Hill, though administratively part of Manhattan, uses 718/347/929/465 because its phone exchanges route through Bronx central offices.
What 718 does NOT cover:
- Manhattan → 212 / 646 / 332
- Westchester County → 914
- Nassau County, Long Island → 516
- Northern New Jersey → 201 / 551
718, 347, 929, or 465: which should you choose?
All four codes share the exact same outer-borough territory — this is a stacked overlay, not four separate regions. The differences come down to age and availability, not geography.
| Code | Live since | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 718 | Sept 1, 1984 | Original outer-borough code, most recognizable |
| 347 | Oct 1, 1999 | First overlay, widely issued for over 25 years |
| 929 | Apr 16, 2011 | Common on newer mobile and VoIP lines |
| 465 | June 18, 2026 | Newest overlay, New York's first code starting with "4" |
Bottom line: choose 718 if a specific legacy prefix is still available and recognizability matters most; choose 347, 929, or 465 if you just need a working local number — all four ring, dial, and bill identically across the shared territory.
Numbering history: from 212 to 465
1947 — Area code 212 was assigned to cover all of New York City.
September 1, 1984 — 718 split off from 212, taking Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. The Bronx followed on July 1, 1992.
1999 — Two overlays arrived the same year: 646 for Manhattan in July, and 347 for the outer boroughs in October.
April 15, 2000 — Mandatory ten-digit dialing took effect across the 718/347 numbering plan area.
April 16, 2011 — 929 overlaid the same outer-borough territory as demand kept climbing.
June 18, 2026 — 465 went into service as the fourth overlay on 718's footprint — New York's first area code to start with the digit 4.
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Features worth adding and what a 718 number costs
Beyond the raw phone number, most businesses in the 718/347/929/465 territory build out a few standard features on top of their line:
- Auto-attendant — routes callers to the right department without a live receptionist for every call.
- Call routing and forwarding — sends calls to a desk phone, mobile, or another borough location automatically.
- Voicemail-to-email — transcribes and forwards missed-call messages instantly.
- Call analytics — tracks volume and answer rates across Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Bronx locations.
VoIP-based 718-territory numbers typically run well below traditional landline pricing, with most providers bundling these features into a flat monthly plan rather than charging per add-on — worth comparing before committing to a legacy carrier in a market this competitive.
Many outer-borough businesses are moving these features onto UCaaS (Unified Communications as a Service) — one cloud platform for calling, video, and messaging that scales across multiple borough locations without separate phone systems for each. Contact us to set up a 718, 347, 929, or 465 number for your NYC business.
Number availability and what's next for 718
Despite four codes now sharing one territory, demand hasn't been accelerating the way it once did — exhaustion projections for the combined 718/347/929 pool actually shifted later, from Q4 2026 to roughly Q3 2027, as growth in the region has slowed rather than surged.
The 465 overlay was approved as a precaution against that eventual exhaustion, not a response to a sudden boom — worth knowing if you assumed the outer boroughs were in a phone-number crunch.
Time zone & how to dial a 718 number
NYC's outer boroughs run on Eastern Time (ET) — EST (UTC −5) in winter, EDT (UTC −4) during Daylight Saving Time. Local calls across the 718/347/929/465 overlay require all ten digits: dial 1, then the area code, then the seven-digit number, even between two numbers on the same block.
Is 718 a scam number?
No documented pattern uniquely ties 718 to scam or robocall activity beyond general nationwide trends, though its sheer size (four overlapping codes, millions of numbers) makes it a common target for spoofing simply due to volume. The FCC's STIR/SHAKEN call authentication framework requires carriers to verify caller ID before a call connects, though no system catches everything — treat unexpected calls asking for payment or personal information with caution.
Key takeaways
- 718 covers Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx — not Manhattan.
- It now shares territory with three overlays: 347 (1999), 929 (2011), and 465 (2026).
- Exhaustion projections have shifted later, not sooner — demand growth has slowed.
- Time zone: Eastern (ET) throughout.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 718 area code?
Area code 718 covers Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx — New York City's outer boroughs, excluding Manhattan.
Where is the 718 area code located?
Area code 718 covers NYC's outer boroughs, plus the Marble Hill neighborhood, which is administratively part of Manhattan but uses 718/347/929/465.
Is 718 a California area code?
No. Area code 718 has never been assigned to California — it's strictly a New York City code.
What is the newest area code overlaying 718?
Area code 465, which went into service on June 18, 2026 — New York's first area code starting with the digit 4.
Should I get a 718, 347, 929, or 465 number?
All four share identical territory, rates, and dialing rules. Choose 718 if a legacy prefix is available; otherwise any of the three overlays work identically.
What time zone is the 718 area code?
Area code 718 is in the Eastern Time Zone (ET) — EST (UTC −5) in winter and EDT (UTC −4) during Daylight Saving Time.
How do I get a 718 area code number?
Sign up with a VoIP provider such as My Country Mobile, search for available 718, 347, 929, or 465 numbers, choose a plan with the features you need, and activate.
