What area code is 952?
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952 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 952
Southwest suburbsShowing 12 of 35 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 952 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 952 region
952 covers Southwest suburbs in Minnesota, including Apple Valley, Belle Plaine, Bloomington, Burnsville and Carver. The code has been in service since 2000.
952 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created by three-way split of 612 (along with 763 ).
Who called me from 952?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 952 does not prove the caller is really in the 952 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 952 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 952?+–
952 is a telephone area code serving Southwest suburbs in Minnesota, United States, in service since 2000.
Where is area code 952 located?+–
It covers Apple Valley, Belle Plaine, Bloomington, Burnsville and Carver in Minnesota.
What cities are in area code 952?+–
Major communities on record include Apple Valley, Belle Plaine, Bloomington, Burnsville and Carver, among others. The code's territory spans the Southwest suburbs region of Minnesota.
What time zone is 952?+–
952 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 952 start?+–
952 entered service in 2000. Its history: created by three-way split of 612 (along with 763 ).
Is 952 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 952 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 952 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 952 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 952 number regardless of where you physically live.