What area code is 417?
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417 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 417
Springfield5 communities on record for 417.
Where 417 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 417 region
417 covers Springfield in Missouri, including Joplin, Branson, Lamar and Lebanon. The code has been in service since 1950.
417 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created from parts of the area codes 314 and 816.
Who called me from 417?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 417 does not prove the caller is really in the 417 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 417 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 417?+–
417 is a telephone area code serving Springfield in Missouri, United States, in service since 1950.
Where is area code 417 located?+–
It covers Joplin, Branson, Lamar and Lebanon in Missouri.
What cities are in area code 417?+–
Major communities on record include Joplin, Branson, Lamar and Lebanon. The code's territory spans the Springfield region of Missouri.
What time zone is 417?+–
417 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 417 start?+–
417 entered service in 1950. Its history: created from parts of the area codes 314 and 816.
Is 417 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 417 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 417 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 417 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 417 number regardless of where you physically live.