679 Area Code
Covers Detroit and nearby communities in Michigan.
(679) 555-0142Area code 679 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 679, centered on Detroit, Michigan
42.3314, -83.0457
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 679 coverage map — centered on Detroit. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
If you are trying to place Detroit, MI on the map, area code 679 is the one that covers it. It reaches roughly 940,000 people across places such as Detroit, Dearborn, Taylor, Dearborn Heights and more. The region observes local time, so a number like (679) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. On the ground it spans Wayne. It shares its territory with the overlay code 313, which sit on the exact same map. Because the 679 region uses more than one area code, you must dial all ten digits — area code included — even for a local call. You do not, however, need to dial a leading 1 for calls within the US and Canada. Keep reading for the current local time in Detroit, a map of the 679 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 679 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 679
Cities & neighborhoods
- Detroit
- Dearborn
- Taylor
- Dearborn Heights
- Lincoln Park
- Allen Park
- Hamtramck
- Inkster
- Redford
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 679’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
Is a call from 679 a scam?
Because 679 covers a dense metro around Detroit, it's a common source of both real business calls and spam. Legitimate 679 calls come from local businesses, offices and neighbors; scam calls in this region tend to imitate delivery services, banks and utilities. Remember that caller ID is trivially spoofed — a scammer anywhere can make a 679 number appear on your screen — so the area code alone never proves a call is genuinely 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 679 number from abroad
Every 679 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 679 555-0142If 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 1 679 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 679 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 679 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 679 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 679 555-0142.
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Area code 679: frequently asked questions
Where is the 679 area code located?
The 679 area code is located in Michigan, centered on Detroit. It covers Wayne and nearby communities including Detroit, Dearborn, Taylor, Dearborn Heights, Lincoln Park, Allen Park.
What time zone is 679 in?
Area code 679 is in the local time zone (UTC-5 (EST) / UTC-4 (EDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Detroit on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 679?
Cities and areas that use 679 include Detroit, Dearborn, Taylor, Dearborn Heights, Lincoln Park, Allen Park. Its primary city is Detroit, MI.
Do I need to dial 1 before 679?
For calls within the US, you do not need to dial a leading 1, but you do need all ten digits: 679 plus the seven-digit number. The 679 area requires ten-digit dialing because more than one area code serves it.
Is 679 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 679 is a normal geographic area code for Detroit, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 679 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 679?
Area code 679 is overlaid by 313, meaning those codes cover the same geographic area.