352 Area Code
Covers Gainesville and nearby communities in Florida.
(352) 555-0142Area code 352 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 352, centered on Gainesville, Florida
29.6516, -82.3248
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 352 coverage map — centered on Gainesville. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
If you are trying to place Gainesville, FL on the map, area code 352 is the one that covers it. It reaches roughly 228,000 people across places such as Gainesville, Ocala, Oakland Park, Spring Hill and more. The region observes Eastern time, so a number like (352) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. On the ground it spans Alachua, Marion, Hernando. It is not currently paired with an overlay code. Local calls inside the 352 area can generally be placed with ten digits, and you do not need a leading 1 for domestic calls. Keep reading for the current local time in Gainesville, a map of the 352 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 352 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 352
Cities & neighborhoods
- Gainesville
- Ocala
- Oakland Park
- Spring Hill
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 352’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
352 has no overlay code right now.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 352 a scam?
The 352 area around Gainesville sees heavy tourism and seasonal traffic, and scam calls here often pose as hotels, travel bookings, timeshares or 'prize' offers. Genuine 352 calls come from local businesses and residents. Because a familiar area code can be spoofed by anyone, don't assume a 352 call is trustworthy just because it looks local.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 352 number from abroad
Every 352 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 352 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 352 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 352 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 352 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 352 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 352 555-0142.
Reverse phone lookup
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Area code 352: frequently asked questions
Where is the 352 area code located?
The 352 area code is located in Florida, centered on Gainesville. It covers Alachua, Marion, Hernando and nearby communities including Gainesville, Ocala, Oakland Park, Spring Hill.
What time zone is 352 in?
Area code 352 is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5 (EST) / UTC-4 (EDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Gainesville on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 352?
Cities and areas that use 352 include Gainesville, Ocala, Oakland Park, Spring Hill. Its primary city is Gainesville, FL.
Do I need to dial 1 before 352?
You generally do not need to dial a leading 1 for domestic calls to 352. Ten-digit dialing (the 352 code plus the seven-digit number) is the safest habit.
Is 352 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 352 is a normal geographic area code for Gainesville, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 352 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 352?
Area code 352 does not currently have an overlay code; it is not layered on top of another code in the same area.