Area code 570 covers Scranton and surrounding areas in Pennsylvania. It was activated in 1998 as an overlay of area code 717. Today it shares its territory with overlay code 272.
| State | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Scranton |
| Cities also served | Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Williamsport, Hazleton, Stroudsburg, Bloomsburg, Sunbury |
| Time zone | Eastern (UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST) |
| Year established | December 5, 1998 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 717 |
| Overlay codes | 272 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 570
Area code 570 serves Northeastern and north-central Pennsylvania, including the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre metro area, Pocono Mountains, Susquehanna River Valley, and Anthracite Coal Region, including the following cities and communities:
- Scranton
- Wilkes-Barre
- Williamsport
- Hazleton
- Stroudsburg
- Bloomsburg
- Sunbury
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 717, 272.
How to Get a 570 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 570 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 570 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. Contact us about a 570 number.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 570 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 570 number. If you already have a 570 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 570 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 570 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 570 area code still in use?
Yes. 570 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Northeastern and north-central Pennsylvania, including the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre metro area, Pocono Mountains, Susquehanna River Valley, and Anthracite Coal Region.
What is the difference between 570 and 272?
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 570?
Area code 570 is an overlay of 717. Both codes serve the same region of Pennsylvania.
Can I get a 570 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 570 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 570 a scam area code?
No. 570 is a legitimate, active area code for Northeastern and north-central Pennsylvania, including the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre metro area, Pocono Mountains, Susquehanna River Valley, and Anthracite Coal Region. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 570 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Pennsylvania businesses, government offices, and residents.
What cities does the 570 area code serve?
Area code 570 covers a large swath of northeastern and north-central Pennsylvania, including Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Williamsport, Hazleton, Stroudsburg, Bloomsburg, Sunbury, and many other cities and towns extending from the Pocono Mountains west to Lock Haven and south to Pottsville.
When did area code 570 go into service?
Area code 570 went into service on December 5, 1998. It was created as a geographic split from area code 717, which had been one of Pennsylvania’s original 1947 codes.
Does area code 570 require ten-digit dialing?
Yes. Since area code 272 was added as an overlay in 2013, all calls within the 570/272 numbering plan area require ten-digit dialing (area code + seven-digit number).
What is the overlay for area code 570?
Area code 272 is the overlay for 570. It was put into service on October 21, 2013, and covers the exact same geographic territory as 570 in northeastern Pennsylvania.
