680 Area Code
Covers Syracuse and nearby communities in New York.
(680) 555-0142Area code 680 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 680, centered on Syracuse, New York
43.0481, -76.1474
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 680 coverage map — centered on Syracuse. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
Calls tagged with area code 680 come from Syracuse and nearby communities in New York. It reaches roughly 206,000 people across places such as Syracuse, Utica, Auburn, Rome and more. The region observes Eastern time, so a number like (680) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. On the ground it spans Onondaga, Oneida, Cayuga and nearby counties. It shares its territory with the overlay code 315, which sit on the exact same map. Because the 680 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. Scroll on for a real-time clock, an area map, the cities and counties inside 680, its related area codes, and practical advice on 680 robocalls and caller-ID spoofing.
Cities covered by 680
Cities & neighborhoods
- Syracuse
- Utica
- Auburn
- Rome
- Watertown
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 680’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 680 a scam?
Area code 680 serves Syracuse and the surrounding area, so most calls are ordinary local and business traffic. As everywhere, spam and robocalls do use 680 numbers, frequently by spoofing a local-looking caller ID to boost pickup rates. The area code itself tells you nothing about who is really calling, so judge the call by what's said, not the number.
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 680 number from abroad
Every 680 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 680 555-0142If 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 1 680 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 680 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 680 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 680 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 680 555-0142.
Reverse phone lookup
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Area code 680: frequently asked questions
Where is the 680 area code located?
The 680 area code is located in New York, centered on Syracuse. It covers Onondaga, Oneida, Cayuga, Jefferson and nearby communities including Syracuse, Utica, Auburn, Rome, Watertown.
What time zone is 680 in?
Area code 680 is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5 (EST) / UTC-4 (EDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Syracuse on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 680?
Cities and areas that use 680 include Syracuse, Utica, Auburn, Rome, Watertown. Its primary city is Syracuse, NY.
Do I need to dial 1 before 680?
For calls within the US, you do not need to dial a leading 1, but you do need all ten digits: 680 plus the seven-digit number. The 680 area requires ten-digit dialing because more than one area code serves it.
Is 680 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 680 is a normal geographic area code for Syracuse, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 680 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 680?
Area code 680 is overlaid by 315, meaning those codes cover the same geographic area.