508 area code
Get a local phone number in Worcester, MA
Biggest city:
Worcester
State:
Massachusetts
Major Cities:
Worcester, New Bedford, Brockton, Fall River, Taunton
Timezone:
Eastern (GMT -5)
Population:
185,877
Average Income:
$76,859
Zip codes:
1601
1655
Unemployment Rate:
2.90%
Nearby area codes:
339
401
508 area code summary
Area code 508 covers southeastern Massachusetts, including cities like Worcester, New Bedford, Brockton, and Cape Cod. Introduced in 1988 as a split from 617, it was later overlaid by 774. Worcester, the largest city in the area, is a hub for education, biotech, and manufacturing, with institutions like UMass Medical School and numerous startups. Coastal cities like New Bedford and Fall River maintain strong ties to fishing, shipping, and tourism. Cape Cod is a world-renowned vacation destination, adding seasonal business opportunities. A 508 number gives your business instant regional recognition and local credibility throughout southeastern Massachusetts. It’s particularly effective for real estate professionals, healthcare providers, tradespeople, and tourism-related services looking to connect with year-round residents and summer visitors alike.
Fun fact 💡
New Bedford’s Whaling Museum, since 1903, holds a 66-foot skeleton.
🏢First Phone Company:
New England Telephone (later Verizon)
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