Plainfield, New Jersey

Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) · NJ ·

About Area Codes in Plainfield, New Jersey

Plainfield, New Jersey is served by area code 908, which was established in 1958 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Eastern time zone (UTC-5). All calls to and from Plainfield use the 908 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What area code is Plainfield, New Jersey?
Plainfield, New Jersey uses area code 908.
What time zone is Plainfield in?
Plainfield is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Plainfield?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Plainfield. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 908 created?
Area code 908 was established in 1958 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 908 with Plainfield?
Other cities sharing area code 908 with Plainfield include Berkeley Heights, Clark, Cranford, Elizabeth, Linden, among others.

Plainfield, NJ · Eastern Time Zone