Area code 302 covers Wilmington and surrounding areas in Delaware. It is one of the original 86 area codes established by AT&T in 1947. For the full picture, see all Delaware area codes.
| State | Delaware |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Wilmington |
| Cities also served | Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Middletown, Milford, Seaford, Rehoboth Beach, Lewes |
| Time zone | Eastern (UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST) |
| Year established | January 1, 1947 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | Yes |
| Overlay codes | None |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Local seven-digit dialing may still apply |
Cities Served by Area Code 302
Area code 302 serves Entire state of Delaware — New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties, including the following cities and communities:
- Wilmington
- Dover
- Newark
- Middletown
- Milford
- Seaford
- Rehoboth Beach
- Lewes
How to Get a 302 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 302 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 302 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 302 inventory.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 302 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 302 number. If you already have a 302 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 Delaware sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 302 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 302 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 302 area code still in use?
Yes. 302 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Entire state of Delaware — New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties.
Can I get a 302 number if I don't live in Delaware?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 302 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 302 a scam area code?
No. 302 is a legitimate, active area code for Entire state of Delaware — New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 302 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Delaware businesses, government offices, and residents.
Does Delaware have more than one area code?
No. Area code 302 is Delaware’s only area code and has covered the entire state without a split or overlay since 1947, making Delaware one of roughly eleven U.S. states still served by a single NPA.
Do I need to dial ten digits for calls within Delaware?
Yes. Ten-digit dialing (302 + seven-digit number) became mandatory on October 24, 2021, after 988 was designated nationwide as the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, creating a conflict with seven-digit local dialing.
When will area code 302 run out of numbers?
NANPA projects the 302 numbering pool will not exhaust until approximately 2033, so no overlay or geographic split is imminent.
What counties does area code 302 cover?
Area code 302 covers all three of Delaware’s counties: New Castle (including Wilmington and Newark), Kent (including the capital Dover), and Sussex (including Rehoboth Beach and Lewes).
