Question 1

What is the area code for Boise?

Accepted Answer

The main area code for Boise, Idaho is 208. Boise is now served by 2 area codes in total: 208, 986.

Question 2

How many area codes does Boise have?

Accepted Answer

Boise has 2 area codes: 208, 986.

Question 3

Why does Boise have more than one area code?

Accepted Answer

As Boise used up the numbers available in its original area code (208, in service since 1947), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

Question 4

How do you dial a Boise number?

Accepted Answer

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (208 or 986) followed by the 7-digit local number. From outside the U.S., dial +1, then the area code and number.

Area codes in Boise, Idaho

Area codes serving Boise