What area code is 561?
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561 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 561
West Palm Beach3 communities on record for 561.
Where 561 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 561 region
561 covers West Palm Beach in Florida, including Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. The code has been in service since 1996.
561 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 407; 2002: split to create 772; 2023: overlaid with 728.
Who called me from 561?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 561 does not prove the caller is really in the 561 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 561 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 561?+–
561 is a telephone area code serving West Palm Beach in Florida, United States, in service since 1996.
Where is area code 561 located?+–
It covers Boca Raton and Boynton Beach in Florida.
What cities are in area code 561?+–
Major communities on record include Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. The code's territory spans the West Palm Beach region of Florida.
What time zone is 561?+–
561 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 561 start?+–
561 entered service in 1996. Its history: split of 407; 2002: split to create 772; 2023: overlaid with 728.
Is 561 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 561 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 561 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 561 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 561 number regardless of where you physically live.