Cambridge, Massachusetts

Where Is Area Code 508?

Area code 508 is in Massachusetts. It serves much of southeastern and central Massachusetts, including parts of Worcester County, Bristol County, Norfolk County, Plymouth County, Barnstable County, and Dukes County.

Major communities in area code 508 include Worcester, New Bedford, Framingham, Taunton, Attleboro, Marlborough, Franklin, and much of Cape Cod. It also covers Martha's Vineyard. Cambridge is not one of the main cities in area code 508. Cambridge is primarily served by area codes 617 and 857.

The region includes well-known places such as Cape Cod, the city of Worcester, and Martha's Vineyard. It also includes coastal communities on Buzzards Bay and inland cities west of Boston.

History of Area Code 508

Area code 508 was created on July 16, 1988. It was split from area code 617 as demand for new telephone numbers grew in Massachusetts.

Area code 508 later lost territory when area code 978 was created in 1997 for northeastern and north-central Massachusetts. In 2001, area code 774 was added as an overlay to the 508 region. Because of the 774 overlay, 10-digit dialing applies in the 508 service area.

Key Facts About Area Code 508

• Area code 508 is a Massachusetts geographic area code.
• Area code 508 was created on July 16, 1988, in a split from area code 617.
• Area code 774 overlays area code 508 and serves the same region.
• Area code 508 covers parts of southeastern and central Massachusetts, including Worcester, New Bedford, Framingham, Taunton, and Cape Cod.
• Area code 508 is in the Eastern Time Zone.
• Area code 508 serves Martha's Vineyard as well as many mainland communities in Worcester, Bristol, Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnstable, and Dukes counties.
• Worcester is the largest city in the 508 area code region.
• Notable places in the 508 area include Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 508 in?

Area code 508 is in Massachusetts.

What major cities use area code 508?

Major cities and communities in area code 508 include Worcester, New Bedford, Framingham, Taunton, Attleboro, Marlborough, Franklin, and many towns on Cape Cod.

Is area code 508 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 508 is a geographic area code in Massachusetts.