Grand Rapids, Michigan

Where Is Area Code 616?

Area code 616 is in western Michigan. It serves the Grand Rapids area and nearby communities in the Lower Peninsula. This part of Michigan sits east of Lake Michigan and includes one of the state's largest metro areas.

Area code 616 covers Grand Rapids, Kentwood, Wyoming, Walker, Grandville, and East Grand Rapids in Kent County. It also serves Holland and Zeeland in Ottawa County, along with parts of nearby western Michigan communities. Grand Rapids is the main city in the area code.

This region includes the Grand River, which runs through downtown Grand Rapids. It is also close to Lake Michigan and includes well-known places such as Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids and the Holland area near the Lake Michigan shoreline.

History of Area Code 616

Area code 616 was one of Michigan's original area codes in 1947. The North American Numbering Plan created it to serve a large part of western Michigan. As phone use grew, the area covered by 616 became smaller through later splits.

Area code 616 was reduced in 1989 when area code 269 was created for much of southwestern Michigan. It was reduced again in 2002 when area code 231 was created for northwestern Lower Michigan. Today, area code 616 remains the code for the greater Grand Rapids and Holland area, and it does not use an overlay.

Key Facts About Area Code 616

• Area code 616 is in the state of Michigan, and Grand Rapids is its best-known city.
• Area code 616 uses the Eastern Time Zone.
• Area code 616 is one of the original area codes created in 1947 under the North American Numbering Plan.
• Area code 616 now mainly serves parts of Kent County and Ottawa County in western Michigan.
• Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Kentwood, Walker, Grandville, Holland, and Zeeland are among the cities and communities that use area code 616.
• Area code 616 was split in 1989 when area code 269 was created, and it was split again in 2002 when area code 231 was created.
• Area code 616 includes major institutions and landmarks such as Grand Valley State University's Pew Grand Rapids Campus, Calvin University, and Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
• Area code 616 serves the core of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area, one of the largest population centers in Michigan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 616 in?

Area code 616 is in Michigan.

What major cities use area code 616?

Major cities and communities in area code 616 include Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Kentwood, Walker, Grandville, East Grand Rapids, Holland, and Zeeland.

Is area code 616 a toll-free number?

No, area code 616 is a geographic area code.