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Area code 302

Area code 302 covers Wilmington, Delaware. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: Delaware Major City: Wilmington Eastern Time (ET) Overlay: None
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 302?

Area code 302 is assigned to Wilmington and the surrounding region in Delaware. Calls to numbers that start with 302 are routed to this area.

Area code 302 is not currently part of an overlay: it serves its territory on its own.

Counties covered

New Castle CountySussex CountyKent County

Line types

  • Mobile 27.91%
  • Landline 72.09%
02 / MAP

Area code 302 on the map

The shaded area joins the code’s numbering centers; the marker shows its main city.

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03 / LOCAL TIME

Current time in Wilmington

This area code is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone.

Local timeWilmington, DE--:--:--

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America/New_YorkLive
04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Wilmington

WITHIN THE US302 XXX XXXX

Always 10 digits — landline, mobile or VoIP. Local, long distance or a different state: the format is always the same. You do not need to dial the 1 first.

FROM ABROAD+1 302 XXX XXXX

Exit codes: 00 Europe/Mexico · 011 Canada · 010 Japan · + universal

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 302 XXX XXXX

Always save the number in international format so messaging apps recognize it correctly:

Call typeTraditional landlineMobile / VoIP
Local (same area code)10 digits10 digits
US long distance1 + 10 digits10 digits
Emergency911911
🌐Universal+1 302 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 302 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 302 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 302 555 0123
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Learn more about that number.

Check the line type and the carrier the number block was originally assigned to.

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05 / CARRIERS

Carriers in area code 302

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

Verizon
37%
Windstream Communications
16%
Sinch
11%
Verizon Business
8%
AT&T
7%
Others
21%

Mobile

Verizon Wireless
32%
T-Mobile USA
29%
AT&T Mobility
27%
Sinch
4%
USA Mobility
3%
Others
5%

Carrier shown is the original assignment of each number block and may differ today because of number portability.

06 / PREFIXES

Complete list of prefixes for area code 302

652 number blocks (NXX) assigned in this area code.

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(302) 200 Landline Lewes YMAX COMMUNICATIONS CORP. - DE
(302) 201 Landline Frederica ComcastCOMCAST IP PHONE, LLC
(302) 202 Landline Camden SinchONVOY, LLC - DE
(302) 203 Landline Middletown VerizonVERIZON DELAWARE, INC.
(302) 204 Landline Angola SinchONVOY, LLC - DE
(302) 205 Landline Bridgeville SinchONVOY, LLC - DE
(302) 206 Landline Camden SinchONVOY, LLC - DE
(302) 207 Landline Dagsboro SinchONVOY, LLC - DE
(302) 208 Landline Delaware City SinchONVOY, LLC - DE
(302) 209 Landline Delmar SinchONVOY, LLC - DE

Showing 10 of 652 prefixes

07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 302

Where is area code 302 used?
Area code 302 serves Wilmington and the surrounding area in Delaware, including New Castle County, Sussex County, Kent County.
What city is area code 302 from?
The main city of area code 302 is Wilmington, DE.
What time zone is area code 302 in?
Area code 302 is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone (America/New_York).
Is 302 an overlay area code?
No. Area code 302 is not currently part of an overlay.
How do I call a number with area code 302 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 302 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 302 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 302 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 302 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 302?
Most landline blocks belong to Verizon and most mobile blocks to Verizon Wireless. The carrier shown is the original assignment and may differ today because of number portability.
Is area code 302 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 72.09% of the number blocks are landline, 27.91% mobile.
How do I save a 302 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 302 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 302?
The area code only shows the region a number was assigned to; it does not tell you who is calling. Scammers can fake any area code, so do not share personal or banking information with unknown callers, and let unknown numbers go to voicemail.
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