What area code is 353?
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353 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 353
Madison (overlay)4 communities on record for 353.
Where 353 sits on the map
Overlay of 608Coverage area
About the 353 region
353 covers Madison in Wisconsin, including La Crosse, Platteville and Beloit. The code has been in service since 2023.
353 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 608 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 608.
Who called me from 353?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 353 does not prove the caller is really in the 353 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 353 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 353?+–
353 is a telephone area code serving Madison in Wisconsin, United States, in service since 2023.
Where is area code 353 located?+–
It covers La Crosse, Platteville and Beloit in Wisconsin.
What cities are in area code 353?+–
Major communities on record include La Crosse, Platteville and Beloit. The code's territory spans the Madison region of Wisconsin.
What time zone is 353?+–
353 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 353 start?+–
353 entered service in 2023. Its history: overlaid on 608.
Why does area code 353 exist?+–
353 is an overlay of 608: 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 353 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 353 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 353 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 353 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 353 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 608 instead.