Area code 267 covers Philadelphia and surrounding areas in Pennsylvania. It was activated in 1999 as an overlay of area code 215. Today it shares its territory with overlay codes 215 and 445. For the full picture, see all Pennsylvania area codes.
| State | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Philadelphia |
| Cities also served | Philadelphia, Levittown, Norristown, King of Prussia, Lansdale, Bensalem, Willow Grove, Doylestown |
| Time zone | Eastern (UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST) |
| Year established | July 1, 1999 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 215 |
| Overlay codes | 215, 445 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
History of Area Code 267
Area code 267 was activated on July 1, 1999 in connection with area code 215. The decision was driven by population growth and the exhaustion of available phone numbers in the original numbering plan area.
Overlay codes have been added to the same geographic territory in:
- 1999 — area code 215 activated as an overlay
- 2018 — area code 445 activated as an overlay
Cities and Areas Served by 267
Area code 267 serves Philadelphia and adjacent portions of Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in southeastern Pennsylvania, including the following cities and communities:
- Philadelphia
- Levittown
- Norristown
- King of Prussia
- Lansdale
- Bensalem
- Willow Grove
- Doylestown
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 215, 445, 610, 484.
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Area code 215 shares the same geographic territory as 267 (added in 1999). New phone numbers in the region may be assigned either code.
Area code 445 shares the same geographic territory as 267 (added in 2018). New phone numbers in the region may be assigned either code.
Because multiple area codes serve the same area, ten-digit dialing is mandatory for all local calls. A call from any of these codes originates from the same geographic region in Pennsylvania.
The Cultural Weight of a 267 Number
Area code 267 was put into service on July 1, 1999, as the first overlay for the historic 215 numbering plan area, which had served Philadelphia and southeastern Pennsylvania since 1947. By the mid-1990s, the explosive growth of mobile phones, pagers, fax lines, and internet dial-up connections had pushed 215 close to exhaustion. Rather than carve the region into geographic splits — which would have forced businesses and residents to change existing numbers — Pennsylvania regulators and NANPA chose an overlay solution, layering 267 across the identical territory as 215. Ten-digit dialing became mandatory throughout the region as a result. When the 215/267 pool again approached capacity, a second overlay, area code 445, was activated on February 3, 2018. The combined 215/267/445 numbering plan is not projected to require further relief action until beyond 2050.
Because 267 arrived after 215 had already been claimed as Philadelphia’s original telephonic identity — name-checked by The Roots across albums beginning with their 1993 debut ‘Organix,’ referenced by Meek Mill in ‘Milladelphia,’ and woven into the city’s graffiti and branding — 267 carries a different cultural weight. It is the code of Philadelphia’s growth era: the generation of mobile phones, Center City startups, and Comcast’s corporate campus. The Philadelphia Eagles, the 76ers at Wells Fargo Center, and the city’s world-class hospital corridor anchored by Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania health system all operate under the 267/215 overlay umbrella. Landmarks that define the skyline — the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s famous steps, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell — sit squarely within 267 territory. Where 215 is Philadelphia’s badge of heritage, 267 is the code that absorbed the city’s next million phone lines.
How to Get a Phone Number with Area Code 267
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 267 area code, each suited to a different need:
- Buy from a premium-number specialist. Companies that hold curated inventories of specific area codes can sell you a 267 number directly, often with a one-time fee and ownership transferred to you (no recurring carrier fees). This is the option for picking a specific memorable number, or for getting an area code that most carriers won’t let you request. Browse our 267 inventory.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 267 number on request, especially for active overlay codes. You won’t usually get to pick the specific number, but you’ll get a working line in the area code. This is the cheapest option for anyone who doesn’t need a particular number.
- Port an existing 267 number. If you already have a 267 phone number with another carrier, you can transfer it (port it) to a new service provider while keeping the number. This works for landlines, cell phones, and VoIP services, though landlines outside of Pennsylvania sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 267 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 267 area code still in use?
Yes. 267 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Philadelphia and adjacent portions of Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in southeastern Pennsylvania.
What is the difference between 267 and 215?
Today they share the same geographic territory in Pennsylvania. New phone lines in the area may be assigned either code. The two codes work identically for calling, billing, and service.
What is the parent area code of 267?
Area code 267 is an overlay of 215. Both codes serve the same region of Pennsylvania.
Can I get a 267 number if I don't live in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 267 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 267 a scam area code?
No. 267 is a legitimate, active area code for Philadelphia and adjacent portions of Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in southeastern Pennsylvania. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 267 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Pennsylvania businesses, government offices, and residents.
Is area code 267 the same location as 215?
Yes. Area code 267 is an overlay of 215, meaning both codes cover exactly the same geographic area — Philadelphia and adjacent portions of Bucks and Montgomery counties. A caller cannot determine a person’s neighborhood or county from the area code alone.
When did area code 267 go into service?
Area code 267 was put into service on July 1, 1999, by NANPA as a relief overlay for the exhausted 215 area code.
Do I need to dial ten digits for local calls in the 267 area?
Yes. Because 267 overlays 215 (and both are overlaid by 445), ten-digit dialing is mandatory for all local calls throughout the Philadelphia region, even between neighbors sharing the same exchange.
What is area code 445 and how does it relate to 267?
Area code 445 is a second overlay added on February 3, 2018, to provide additional number capacity for the same 215/267 territory. All three codes — 215, 267, and 445 — serve the identical geographic area in southeastern Pennsylvania.
