Question 1

What is the area code for Harrisburg?

Accepted Answer

The main area code for Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is 717. Harrisburg is now served by 2 area codes in total: 717, 223.

Question 2

How many area codes does Harrisburg have?

Accepted Answer

Harrisburg has 2 area codes: 717, 223.

Question 3

Why does Harrisburg have more than one area code?

Accepted Answer

As Harrisburg used up the numbers available in its original area code (717, 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 Harrisburg number?

Accepted Answer

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (717 or 223) followed by the 7-digit local number. From outside the U.S., dial +1, then the area code and number.

Area codes in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Area codes serving Harrisburg