Wilmington, Delaware
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) · DE · —
About Area Codes in Wilmington, Delaware
Wilmington, Delaware is served by area code 302, which was one of the original area codes established in 1947 under the North American Numbering Plan. The city falls within the Eastern time zone (UTC-5). All calls to and from Wilmington use the 302 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
Other cities in area code 302
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Wilmington, Delaware?
Wilmington, Delaware uses area code 302.
What time zone is Wilmington in?
Wilmington is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Wilmington?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Wilmington. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 302 created?
Area code 302 is one of the original 86 area codes established in 1947 as part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP).
What cities share area code 302 with Wilmington?
Other cities sharing area code 302 with Wilmington include Bear, Dover, Georgetown, Lewes, Middletown, among others.
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Wilmington, DE · Eastern Time Zone