How many area codes does Maine have?

Maine has 1 active geographic area code in the North American Numbering Plan: 207. Each code serves a distinct region or acts as an overlay for a high-demand metro area.

What is the oldest area code in Maine?

The oldest area code in Maine is 207, assigned in 1947. It serves Portland and the Maine (statewide) region. 207 is one of the original 86 area codes created when the North American Numbering Plan was first established.

Can I get a Maine phone number from anywhere?

Yes. DialPhone virtual phone numbers are not tied to a physical location. You can get a Maine area code number and use it from any device — desktop, mobile, or browser — anywhere with an internet connection. This makes Maine numbers ideal for remote teams, distributed businesses, and sales teams targeting Maine customers.

How much does a Maine area code number cost?

DialPhone plans start at $24 per user per month on the Core plan. Every plan includes your choice of Maine area code number, unlimited US and Canada calling, business SMS, AI call captions, and a free 14-day trial — no credit card required. See the DialPhone pricing page for current tier details.

Can I port my existing Maine number to DialPhone?

Yes. DialPhone supports free number porting from any major US or Canadian carrier, including existing Maine area code numbers. Porting typically completes in 2 to 5 business days with zero service interruption. See the complete number porting guide for step-by-step instructions.

What time zones are used in Maine?

Maine area codes span the ET time zone. When scheduling calls with Maine customers, verify the specific area code's time zone to avoid calling outside business hours.

Area Codes in Maine — Local Business Phone Numbers

Quick answer

Maine has 1 active geographic area code covering Portland. The most-recognized code is 207, serving Portland and the Maine (statewide) region.

Total codes: 1
Top metro: Portland
Time zone: ET
Largest code: 207 (Portland)

By Darshan M

Growth Operations Lead at DialPhone · Verified against NANPA data

Area codes in Maine

Maine is served by 1 active geographic area code in the North American Numbering Plan. The 207 area code covers the entire Maine (statewide) region.

Code	Primary City	Region	Established	Overlay Codes	Population
207	Portland	Maine (statewide)	1947	—	1,350,000

Time zones in Maine

All area codes in Maine fall in the ET time zone.

ET — area code: 207

Top metros and their area codes

Below are the primary cities in Maine and the area codes that serve each metro. Cities with multiple codes share geography due to overlay assignments added as demand grew.

Portland — 207

Why get a local Maine number?

A Maine area code number gives your business three core advantages:

Local trust signal. Customers in Maine recognize local area codes as their own. A familiar caller ID builds immediate credibility for service businesses, sales teams, and patient communication.
Higher answer rate. Calls from a local area code are answered far more often than toll-free or out-of-area numbers — industry data puts the lift at 20–40%. That difference matters most for outbound sales, appointment confirmations, and service callbacks.
Targeted marketing. Advertising a local Maine number on print, radio, digital, and outdoor channels converts better than a national 800 number for audiences who prefer doing business locally.

How to get a Maine area code number with DialPhone

Setting up a Maine business number takes under 10 minutes:

Sign up for a DialPhone plan. Choose any plan starting at $24/user/month. Free 14-day trial, no credit card required.
Search available Maine numbers. Filter the DialPhone number inventory by state, area code, city, or number pattern.
Choose your number and configure. Assign your new Maine number to a user or team, configure call routing, voicemail, AI receptionist, and business SMS.
Port your existing number (optional). Already have a Maine number? Free number porting completes in 2 to 5 business days with zero service interruption.