Quick answer: The 347 area code covers four of New York City's five boroughs — Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — plus the Marble Hill section of Manhattan. Manhattan proper uses 212, not 347. It runs on Eastern Time and is one of four overlay codes layered on the same outer-borough map: 718 (1947), 347 (1999), 917 (citywide, 1992), and 929 (2011). The big 2026 update: area code 465 goes into service June 18, 2026 as a fifth overlay once the existing codes run dry. Existing 347 numbers are untouched, and calls to and from 465 stay local.
347 area code: NYC's boroughs, overlay and update
If you have a 347 number, here is something most New Yorkers do not know: it never belonged to a single borough, and as of mid-2026, the city is getting yet another area code on top of it.
The 347 area code is one of several codes layered over the same New York City turf. Understanding how that layering works explains why one block can have 718, 917, 347, and 929 numbers all at once — and why 465 is about to join the stack.
This guide covers exactly which boroughs 347 serves, how the NYC overlay system works, the new 465 code arriving in June 2026, the scam patterns to watch, and how to get a 347 number for your business.
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Which boroughs use the 347 area code
The 347 area code covers four of New York City's five boroughs: Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.
It also reaches the Marble Hill section of Manhattan — a small geographic quirk where Manhattan's only mainland neighborhood shares the outer-borough codes.
The one borough it skips
Manhattan proper is not part of 347. The island has long had its own codes, anchored by 212.
Why it spans four boroughs
347 was never carved out for one neighborhood. It was added to the entire 718 territory at once — the outer boroughs as a whole. That is the nature of an overlay, which we will get to next.
347 area code at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Region | New York City |
| Boroughs covered | Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island |
| Also serves | Marble Hill, Manhattan |
| Companion codes | 718, 917, 929 |
| New overlay code | 465 (in service June 18, 2026) |
| Time zone | Eastern Time (UTC-5, UTC-4 in DST) |
| In service since | 1999 |
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How the NYC overlay system works
Here is the concept that explains everything. New York City does not use one code per borough — it uses overlays.
An overlay layers a new area code on top of the same geographic region. Existing numbers never change. New numbers simply get the next available code.
Overlay vs. split — the key difference
A split divides a region in two, and half the people get a new code. An overlay does not move anyone — it just adds a code to the same map.
NYC went the overlay route to avoid forcing millions of residents to change their numbers. That is why 718, 347, and 929 all coexist across the same outer-borough streets.
What this means for you
Two phones on the same block can have different area codes and still be local to each other. The code on a 347 number tells you the region — Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island — not the exact neighborhood.
Why 347 was added
347 went into service in 1999 because 718 was running out of numbers. It was the first overlay on the outer boroughs; 929 followed in 2011 as demand kept climbing.
update: area code 465 is coming
This is the part that makes 2026 different. The outer-borough codes are running low again — and a new code is on the way.
Area code 465 will overlay the same New York City region starting June 18, 2026. The existing codes are expected to exhaust their supply later in the year.
What changes for current 347 holders
Nothing. Your 347 number stays exactly as it is. Overlays never alter existing numbers.
What changes for new numbers
Once 347, 718, 917, and 929 run dry, brand-new lines in the boroughs will be assigned 465 instead.
Calling stays local
Calls between 465 and the existing 347, 718, 917, and 929 numbers remain local calls. The new code does not change call rules or costs — it just expands the supply.
347 scam calls — what to watch for
A 347 number on caller ID looks like a neighbor or a local NYC business. Scammers count on that.
Spoofing lets a fraudster display a fake 347 number, so the call looks local even when it is not. The 347 code shows up frequently in spam and scam reports for exactly this reason.
Common 347 scam patterns
- Fake refund texts — messages posing as a carrier or retailer with a malicious link
- Social Security threats — callers claiming your SSN is "suspended" due to fraud
- Debt collection hoaxes — threats to garnish wages or serve papers for fake debts
- Prize and job scams — winnings or job offers that require an upfront "fee"
How to stay safe
Do not act on urgency. Hang up and verify any company or agency through its official website before sharing anything.
Block and report suspicious 347 numbers in your phone settings. Government agencies never demand payment in gift cards, crypto, or wire transfers — that is always fraud.
On the network side, MCM uses STIR/SHAKEN caller authentication to verify caller identity and reduce spoofed traffic before it reaches the people being targeted.
How to get a 347 number for your business
You do not need a Brooklyn storefront to get a 347 number. A virtual number gives any business an authentic NYC outer-borough presence.
Why an NYC number matters
New Yorkers answer local calls more readily than unknown ones. A 347 number signals you are part of the city, not a faraway call center.
The setup process
With a VoIP provider, the steps are simple:
- Choose a provider that offers New York local numbers
- Search 347 availability and select your number
- Route it anywhere — a mobile, an office line, or a contact center
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The bottom line on the 347 area code
347 is one of several overlay codes serving Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. It is not a neighborhood — it is a region-wide code layered over the outer boroughs since 1999.
The big 2026 development is area code 465, which overlays the same region on June 18 and absorbs new numbers once the older codes run out. Existing 347 numbers are untouched.
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Frequently asked questions about the 347 area code
What boroughs does the 347 area code cover?
Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, plus the Marble Hill section of Manhattan. It does not cover Manhattan proper.
Is 347 a New York City area code?
Yes. The 347 area code serves New York City's outer boroughs and shares that territory with codes 718, 917, and 929.
What is the new 465 area code?
465 is a new overlay code for the same NYC region. It enters service on June 18, 2026, and will be assigned to new numbers once the existing codes exhaust their supply.
Will my 347 number change because of the 465 overlay?
No. Overlays never alter existing numbers. Your 347 number stays the same, and calls to and from 465 numbers remain local.
Is the 347 area code a scam?
The code is legitimate. But scammers often spoof 347 numbers to appear local. Treat any call pressuring you for money or personal data as suspicious, no matter the number displayed.
Can I get a 347 number if I'm not in New York?
Yes. A virtual 347 number from a VoIP provider gives you a New York City presence regardless of where your business is physically located.
What's the difference between an overlay and a split?
A split divides a region so some people get a new code. An overlay adds a code over the same area without changing any existing numbers. NYC uses overlays — which is why 347, 718, and 929 coexist.
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