What area code is 216?
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216 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 216
ClevelandShowing 12 of 34 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 216 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 216 region
216 covers Cleveland in Ohio, including Beachwood, Bratenahl, Brook Park, Brooklyn and Brooklyn Heights. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
216 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
1996: split to create 330; 1997: split to create 440.
Who called me from 216?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 216 does not prove the caller is really in the 216 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 216 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 216?+–
216 is a telephone area code serving Cleveland in Ohio, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 216 located?+–
It covers Beachwood, Bratenahl, Brook Park, Brooklyn and Brooklyn Heights in Ohio.
What cities are in area code 216?+–
Major communities on record include Beachwood, Bratenahl, Brook Park, Brooklyn and Brooklyn Heights, among others. The code's territory spans the Cleveland region of Ohio.
What time zone is 216?+–
216 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 216 start?+–
216 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes. Its history: 1996: split to create 330; 1997: split to create 440.
Is 216 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 216 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 216 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 216 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 216 number regardless of where you physically live.