Idaho area codes

Explore all 2 area codes in Idaho. Choose a code to see its coverage, dialing rules, and phone lookup.

All 2 area codes in Idaho

  • 208

    Boise, Pocatello, Idaho Falls

  • 986

    Boise, Idaho Falls, Nampa

Idaho area code questions

How many area codes does Idaho have?

Idaho has 2 active geographic area codes in this directory: 208 and 986.

Which area code should I choose in Idaho?

Start with the first three digits after +1 on the number you want to check. The codes in this directory are associated with places including Boise. The listed places are examples, not a complete map of each code’s boundaries.

Which Idaho area codes share coverage?

NANPA groups these codes in shared numbering complexes: 208 / 986. Members can serve overlapping areas; being in the same complex does not necessarily mean identical geographic boundaries.

How do I dial a number in Idaho?

Open the individual area code to check its local dialing rule. For a phone lookup, enter +1 followed by the three-digit area code and the seven-digit number. A state or area code alone is not enough to look up a particular number.

Does an area code from Idaho show where the caller is?

No. An area code describes a number’s assigned region. People can keep numbers after moving, use them while traveling, or place internet-based calls. Caller ID can also be spoofed, so the code does not confirm the caller’s location or identity.