What area code is 585?
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585 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 585
RochesterShowing 12 of 16 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 585 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 585 region
585 covers Rochester in New York, including Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario and Orleans. The code has been in service since 2001.
585 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 716.
Who called me from 585?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 585 does not prove the caller is really in the 585 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 585 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 585?+–
585 is a telephone area code serving Rochester in New York, United States, in service since 2001.
Where is area code 585 located?+–
It covers Genesee County, Livingston County, Monroe County and other counties, including Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario and Orleans in New York.
What cities are in area code 585?+–
Major communities on record include Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario and Orleans, among others. The code's territory spans the Rochester region of New York.
What time zone is 585?+–
585 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 585 start?+–
585 entered service in 2001. Its history: split of 716.
Is 585 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 585 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 585 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 585 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 585 number regardless of where you physically live.