The area code 715 is located in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.
Area code 715 serves a wide stretch of northern Wisconsin, and it includes the city of Chippewa Falls along the Chippewa River. This area code reaches from the Northwoods down to the Eau Claire–Chippewa Falls metro, and up to the Lake Superior shoreline near Superior. Its coverage ties together small towns, outdoor destinations, and regional hubs that power the state’s timber, paper, education, and healthcare industries. If you see a 715 phone number, it likely comes from this broad northern region.
You’ll find area code 715 across many communities near Chippewa Falls and beyond, including:
Local landmarks within the 715 footprint range from the forests and lakes of the Northwoods to cultural spots like Leinenkugel’s Brewery in Chippewa Falls and historic downtowns across the region. The mix of cities and rural areas makes 715 numbers common for both residents and businesses.
Established in 1947 as one of the original North American numbering plan codes, area code 715 has deep roots in Wisconsin’s phone history. To meet demand, the region added the overlay 534 in 2010, so both 715 and 534 serve the same territory, and 10-digit dialing is required. For callers, that means you’ll often see 715 and 534 side by side on local contact lists, utilities, schools, and small businesses. Fun fact: Chippewa Falls is known for Irvine Park & Zoo and Lake Wissota nearby—popular spots you’ll often find tied to 715 numbers in directories and maps.
“715 was assigned in 1947 as one of the original area codes.” — North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA)