What area code is 517?
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517 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 517
Lansing5 communities on record for 517.
Where 517 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 517 region
517 covers Lansing in Michigan, including Jackson, Charlotte, Deerfield and Addison. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
517 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
2000: split to create 989.
Who called me from 517?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 517 does not prove the caller is really in the 517 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 517 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 517?+–
517 is a telephone area code serving Lansing in Michigan, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 517 located?+–
It covers Jackson, Charlotte, Deerfield and Addison in Michigan.
What cities are in area code 517?+–
Major communities on record include Jackson, Charlotte, Deerfield and Addison. The code's territory spans the Lansing region of Michigan.
What time zone is 517?+–
517 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 517 start?+–
517 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes. Its history: 2000: split to create 989.
Is 517 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 517 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 517 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 517 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 517 number regardless of where you physically live.