What area code is 478?
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478 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 478
Macon5 communities on record for 478.
Where 478 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 478 region
478 covers Macon in Georgia, including Warner Robins, Swainsboro, Milledgeville and Perry. The code has been in service since 2000.
478 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 912.
Who called me from 478?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 478 does not prove the caller is really in the 478 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 478 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 478?+–
478 is a telephone area code serving Macon in Georgia, United States, in service since 2000.
Where is area code 478 located?+–
It covers Baldwin County, Bibb County, Bleckley County and other counties, including Warner Robins, Swainsboro, Milledgeville and Perry in Georgia.
What cities are in area code 478?+–
Major communities on record include Warner Robins, Swainsboro, Milledgeville and Perry. The code's territory spans the Macon region of Georgia.
What time zone is 478?+–
478 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 478 start?+–
478 entered service in 2000. Its history: split of 912.
Is 478 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 478 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 478 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 478 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 478 number regardless of where you physically live.