How many area codes does Massachusetts have?

Massachusetts has 9 active geographic area codes in the North American Numbering Plan: 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978. Each code serves a distinct region or acts as an overlay for a high-demand metro area.

What is the oldest area code in Massachusetts?

The oldest area code in Massachusetts is 413, assigned in 1947. It serves Springfield and the Western Massachusetts region. 413 is one of the original 86 area codes created when the North American Numbering Plan was first established.

Can I get a Massachusetts phone number from anywhere?

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

How much does a Massachusetts area code number cost?

DialPhone plans start at $24 per user per month on the Core plan. Every plan includes your choice of Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts number to DialPhone?

Yes. DialPhone supports free number porting from any major US or Canadian carrier, including existing Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?

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

Area Codes in Massachusetts — Local Business Phone Numbers

Quick answer

Massachusetts has 9 active geographic area codes covering Worcester, Quincy, Lynn. The most-recognized codes are 617, 413, 508, serving Worcester and the Southeastern Massachusetts region.

Total codes: 9
Top metro: Worcester
Time zone: ET
Largest code: 508 (Worcester)

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Growth Operations Lead at DialPhone · Verified against NANPA data

Area codes in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is served by 9 active geographic area codes in the North American Numbering Plan. These codes were assigned between 1947 and 2001 as population and call demand grew across the state.

Code	Primary City	Region	Established	Overlay Codes	Population
339	Quincy	Eastern Massachusetts Suburbs	2001	781	1,000,000
351	Lowell	Northeastern Massachusetts	2001	978	800,000
413	Springfield	Western Massachusetts	1947	—	700,000
508	Worcester	Southeastern Massachusetts	1988	774	1,500,000
617	Boston	Greater Boston Core	1947	857	800,000
774	Worcester	Southeastern Massachusetts	2001	508	1,500,000
781	Lynn	Boston Northern and Western Suburbs	1997	339	1,000,000
857	Boston	Greater Boston Core	2001	617	800,000
978	Lowell	Northeastern Massachusetts	1995	351	800,000

Time zones in Massachusetts

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

ET — area codes: 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978

Top metros and their area codes

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

Boston — 617 , 857
Lowell — 351 , 978
Lynn — 781
Quincy — 339
Springfield — 413
Worcester — 508 , 774

Why get a local Massachusetts number?

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

Local trust signal. Customers in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts area code number with DialPhone

Setting up a Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts numbers. Filter the DialPhone number inventory by state, area code, city, or number pattern.
Choose your number and configure. Assign your new Massachusetts number to a user or team, configure call routing, voicemail, AI receptionist, and business SMS.
Port your existing number (optional). Already have a Massachusetts number? Free number porting completes in 2 to 5 business days with zero service interruption.