Area codes in Toms River, New Jersey
Toms River, New Jersey uses 2 area codes — 732 and 848. The main Toms River area code is 732.
Area codes serving Toms River
Phone numbers in Toms River are written as ten digits — for example (732) 555-0190 — and fall in the Eastern Time zone.
How Toms River came to have 2 area codes
The original Toms River area code is 732, in service since 1997. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 848 (2001). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Toms River now uses all 2 codes and every local call is dialed with ten digits.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the area code for Toms River?
The main area code for Toms River, New Jersey is 732. Toms River is now served by 2 area codes in total: 732, 848.
How many area codes does Toms River have?
Toms River has 2 area codes: 732, 848.
Why does Toms River have more than one area code?
As Toms River used up the numbers available in its original area code (732, in service since 1997), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.
How do you dial a Toms River number?
Dial all 10 digits — the area code (732 or 848) followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1, then the area code and number.
Sourced from the official NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administrator) numbering database, current as of August 2, 2026. Refreshed monthly.