What area code is 272?
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272 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 272
Scranton (overlay)7 communities on record for 272.
Where 272 sits on the map
Overlay of 570Coverage area
About the 272 region
272 covers Scranton in Pennsylvania, including Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre, Bloomsburg, Danville and Nanticoke. The code has been in service since 2013.
272 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 570 and was introduced when those codes ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing is required across the region.
Overlaid on 570.
Who called me from 272?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 272 does not prove the caller is really in the 272 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 272 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 272?+–
272 is a telephone area code serving Scranton in Pennsylvania, United States, in service since 2013.
Where is area code 272 located?+–
It covers Bradford County, Carbon County, Centre County and other counties, including Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre, Bloomsburg, Danville and Nanticoke in Pennsylvania.
What cities are in area code 272?+–
Major communities on record include Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre, Bloomsburg, Danville and Nanticoke, among others. The code's territory spans the Scranton region of Pennsylvania.
What time zone is 272?+–
272 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 272 start?+–
272 entered service in 2013. Its history: overlaid on 570.
Why does area code 272 exist?+–
272 is an overlay of 570: it covers the exact same territory and was introduced when the original code ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing applies.
Is 272 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 272 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 272 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 272 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 272 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 570 instead.