718 Area Code
Covers New York and nearby communities in New York.
(718) 555-0142Area code 718 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 718, centered on New York, New York
40.7282, -73.7949
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 718 coverage map — centered on New York. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
Calls tagged with area code 718 come from New York and nearby communities in New York. It reaches roughly 6.0 million people across places such as Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island and more. The region observes Eastern time, so a number like (718) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. 718 was created in 1984 to split New York's outer boroughs off from Manhattan's 212. It shares its territory with the overlay codes 347, 929, which sit on the exact same map. Because the 718 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 New York, a map of the 718 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 718 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 718
Cities & neighborhoods
- Brooklyn
- Queens
- The Bronx
- Staten Island
- Flushing
- Coney Island
Counties
- Kings County
- Queens County
- Bronx County
- Richmond County
Looking for the broader picture? See all New York area codes.
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 718’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 718 a scam?
Because 718 covers a dense metro around New York, it's a common source of both real business calls and spam. Legitimate 718 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 718 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 718 number from abroad
Every 718 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 718 555-0142If 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 1 718 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 718 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 718 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 718 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 718 555-0142.
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Area code 718: frequently asked questions
Where is the 718 area code located?
The 718 area code is located in New York, centered on New York. It covers Kings County, Queens County, Bronx County, Richmond County and nearby communities including Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island, Flushing, Coney Island.
What time zone is 718 in?
Area code 718 is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5 (EST) / UTC-4 (EDT)). You can see the exact current local time for New York on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 718?
Cities and areas that use 718 include Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island, Flushing, Coney Island. Its primary city is New York, NY.
Do I need to dial 1 before 718?
For calls within the US, you do not need to dial a leading 1, but you do need all ten digits: 718 plus the seven-digit number. The 718 area requires ten-digit dialing because more than one area code serves it.
Is 718 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 718 is a normal geographic area code for New York, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 718 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 718?
Area code 718 is overlaid by 347, 929, meaning those codes cover the same geographic area.