Area code 708 covers Oak Lawn and surrounding areas in Illinois. It was activated in 1989 as an overlay of area code 312. Today it shares its territory with overlay code 464. For the full picture, see all Illinois area codes.
| State | Illinois |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Oak Lawn |
| Cities also served | Oak Lawn, Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Chicago Heights, Calumet City |
| Time zone | Central (UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST) |
| Year established | November 11, 1989 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 312 |
| Overlay codes | 464 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
708 as an Overlay of 312
Area code 708 is an overlay of area code 312, meaning the two codes share the exact same geographic territory in Western and southern suburbs of Chicago — primarily western and southern Cook County and eastern and southern Will County. When 708 was activated in November 11, 1989, all existing 312 phone numbers stayed unchanged. New phone lines in the region may now be assigned either 312 or 708, and ten-digit dialing is required for all local calls. For the full history of the area, its cities, and what these codes mean culturally, see our page on area code 312.
Cities Served by Area Code 708
Area code 708 serves Western and southern suburbs of Chicago — primarily western and southern Cook County and eastern and southern Will County, including the following cities and communities:
- Oak Lawn
- Cicero
- Berwyn
- Oak Park
- Orland Park
- Tinley Park
- Chicago Heights
- Calumet City
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 312, 773, 872, 847, 224, 630, 331.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 708 area code still in use?
Yes. 708 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Western and southern suburbs of Chicago — primarily western and southern Cook County and eastern and southern Will County.
What is the difference between 708 and 464?
Today they share the same geographic territory in Illinois. 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 708?
Area code 708 is an overlay of 312. Both codes serve the same region of Illinois.
Can I get a 708 number if I don't live in Illinois?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 708 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 708 a scam area code?
No. 708 is a legitimate, active area code for Western and southern suburbs of Chicago — primarily western and southern Cook County and eastern and southern Will County. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 708 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Illinois businesses, government offices, and residents.
What cities are in the 708 area code?
Area code 708 covers the western and southern suburbs of Chicago, including Oak Lawn, Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Calumet City, and Chicago Heights, primarily within Cook County and Will County.
When did area code 708 go into service?
Area code 708 went into service on November 11, 1989, when it was split from area code 312, which had served all of Chicago and its suburbs.
Does the 708 area code have an overlay?
Yes. Area code 464 was activated as an overlay on January 21, 2022, serving the same geographic territory as 708. Ten-digit dialing is required throughout the 708/464 overlay region.
What time zone is the 708 area code in?
The 708 area code is in the Central Time Zone — UTC-6 during Central Standard Time and UTC-5 during Central Daylight Time.
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