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Area code 908

Area code 908 covers Elizabeth, New Jersey. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: New Jersey Major City: Elizabeth Eastern Time (ET) Overlay: None
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 908?

Area code 908 is assigned to Elizabeth and the surrounding region in New Jersey. Calls to numbers that start with 908 are routed to this area.

Area code 908 is not currently part of an overlay: it serves its territory on its own.

Counties covered

Union CountySomerset CountyHunterdon CountyWarren CountyMiddlesex CountyMorris CountyMonmouth County

Line types

  • Mobile 31.8%
  • Landline 68.2%
02 / MAP

Area code 908 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 Elizabeth

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

Local timeElizabeth, NJ--:--:--

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America/New_YorkLive
04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Elizabeth

WITHIN THE US908 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+1 908 XXX XXXX

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

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 908 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+1 908 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 908 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 908 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 908 555 0123
HAVE THE FULL NUMBER?

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 908

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

Verizon
30%
Lumen Technologies
18%
Verizon Business
9%
Brightspeed
8%
Sinch
6%
Others
29%

Mobile

Verizon Wireless
36%
AT&T Mobility
32%
T-Mobile USA
25%
USA Mobility
3%
ADVANTAGE COMMUNICATIONS
1%
Others
3%

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 908

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

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(908) 200 Mobile Clinton Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - NJ
(908) 201 Landline Elizabeth SinchONVOY, LLC - NJ
(908) 202 Mobile New Brunswick Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - NJ
(908) 203 Landline Somerville VerizonVERIZON NEW JERSEY, INC.
(908) 204 Landline Bernardsville VerizonVERIZON NEW JERSEY, INC.
(908) 205 Landline Plainfield ComcastCOMCAST IP PHONE, LLC
(908) 206 Landline Unionville VerizonVERIZON NEW JERSEY, INC.
(908) 207 Mobile Lakewood DIAL-A-BEEPERDIAL-A-BEEPER, INC.
(908) 208 Mobile New Brunswick Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - NJ
(908) 209 Mobile Elizabeth AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC

Showing 10 of 717 prefixes

07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 908

Where is area code 908 used?
Area code 908 serves Elizabeth and the surrounding area in New Jersey, including Union County, Somerset County, Hunterdon County, Warren County, Middlesex County.
What city is area code 908 from?
The main city of area code 908 is Elizabeth, NJ.
What time zone is area code 908 in?
Area code 908 is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone (America/New_York).
Is 908 an overlay area code?
No. Area code 908 is not currently part of an overlay.
How do I call a number with area code 908 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 908 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 908 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 908 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 908 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 908?
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 908 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 68.2% of the number blocks are landline, 31.8% mobile.
How do I save a 908 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 908 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 908?
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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