Is There A New NYC Area Code In The Works?
Snagging numbers from friends and dates might look a little different in the near future. Apparently, new NYC area codes could possibly arrive in about a year-and-a-half.
On Tuesday, October 1st, the Public Service Commission will hold two virtual hearings at 1pm and 6pm to interact with the public regarding this proposal.
Earlier this year, The North American Numbering Plan Administrator filed a petition for new area codes throughout the five boroughs, as the classic 718, 917, 929, and 347 could reach their limit in 2026. Well, we are the #1 Dream City in the US and in turn the most congested city, so we’re not necessarily surprised to hear that more New Yorkers are in of phone service.
When will there be new NYC area codes?
Although nothing is set in stone, and new area codes would have to be approved, it looks like we can expect them some time in 2026 once the four main numbers — 718, 212, 347, and 929 — have all been utilized.
What will the new NYC area code be?
At this time, it it too soon to determine the new area code for the city. Do you have any guesses for the three-number combo? The last time we received a new area code was in 2011 with 929.
Who will be affected by new NYC area codes?
According to reports, it’s likely that the new area code will cover Upper Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — quite a bit of coverage. People within the affected areas would not be expected to get a new number; the new area codes will be implemented for new customers.
It is also possible that borders for different area codes could change as well, but there’s still plenty of specifics to be determined.
As soon as we learn more, we’ll be sure to keep you informed about the possibility of new area codes. For now, we’ll stick to texting our usual 917, 929, etc. numbers.
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