708 area code

Get a local phone number in Oak Park, IL

Biggest city:

Oak Park

State:

Illinois

Major Cities:

Cicero, Schaumburg, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Oak Lawn, Berwyn, Oak Park, Wheeling, Calumet City, Northbrook, Chicago Heights, Burbank, Lansing, Oak Forest, Melrose Park, Harvey, Elmwood Park

Timezone:

Central (GMT -6)

Population:

52,066

Average Income:

$142,574

Zip codes:

60301

60304

Unemployment Rate:

5.30%

Nearby area codes:

219

224

Get a 708 phone number

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708 area code summary

Area code 708 serves Chicago’s southwestern suburbs in Illinois, including cities such as Oak Lawn, Berwyn, Cicero, and Orland Park. Introduced in 1989 as a split from the original 312, the area code was later divided into 630 and 847, with 708 remaining a primary code for suburbs closest to the city. The region includes a mix of working-class neighborhoods, diverse immigrant communities, and middle-class suburbs. Major economic sectors include logistics, education, retail, and public services. With proximity to Midway Airport and easy access to downtown Chicago via commuter rail, the area is popular with families and professionals. Educational institutions, local colleges, and extensive park systems add to the community appeal. A 708 number signals deep roots in Chicagoland’s cultural and economic landscape.

Fun fact 💡

Oak Park’s Unity Temple, designed in 1908, is a 708 architectural gem.

🏢First Phone Company:

Illinois Bell (later AT&T)

📲 Get a 708 number: $7/mo