Local Phone Numbers
Idaho
208 Area Code
208 Area Code
Port Your Number or Get an Idaho Overlay Code with DialLink
Establish a Local Presence in Boise City, Idaho
No Office Needed
Want to reach customers in Boise, Idaho Falls, or Twin Falls? A 208 area code gives your business local credibility across the state of Idaho. However, due to increasing demand, new 208 numbers are no longer available. If you already own a 208 number, you can easily port it to DialLink. If not, overlay code 986 is available and serves the same region.
With DialLink, startups and SMBs can activate a local Idaho number in minutes and manage all communications through one intelligent, AI-powered cloud phone system — built for growth and flexibility.
Why Choose a 208 Area Code?
The 208 area code was introduced in 1947 and serves the entire state of Idaho, including major cities like Boise, Nampa, Meridian, Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, and Coeur d’Alene. It’s one of the few area codes that originally covered an entire state and remains a strong local identifier.
Due to population growth and increased demand for numbers, the 986 overlay was introduced in 2017. Today, both 208 and 986 serve the same cities, giving businesses the flexibility to choose a number that aligns with their location and goals.
Get More Than a Local Number
When you choose a local number from DialLink, you’re getting more than just digits:
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Whether you’re based in Idaho or simply want to break into the market, DialLink’s numbers help your business sound local, feel accessible, and stay organized.
Who Can Benefit from a Local Phone Number:
Remote teams serving clients in Boise, Twin Falls, or Idaho Falls
Startups expanding into the Intermountain West region
Healthcare, legal, and construction professionals
Local service providers building customer trust in Idaho
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Expand Beyond Area Code 208
Idaho today. Global tomorrow. With DialLink, you can activate local and international numbers in 100+ countries — and manage them all from one AI-powered platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is area code 208?
Area code 208 is located in Idaho, covering the entire state, including cities such as Boise, Coeur d’Alene, and Idaho Falls.
What cities use the 208 area code?
Cities that use the 208 area code include Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls, and Pocatello.
Where in the U.S. is area code 208?
Area code 208 is in the Northwestern United States, covering the state of Idaho.
What is the overlay for the 208 area code?
The 986 area code is the overlay for 208. Both codes serve the same geographic region across Idaho.
What is an overlay area code?
An overlay area code is a second code introduced to the same region as an existing area code. It allows new phone numbers to be issued without requiring anyone to change their current number.
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