717 area code

Get a local phone number in Harrisburg, PA

Biggest city:

Harrisburg

State:

Pennsylvania

Major Cities:

Lancaster, Ephrata, Elizabethtown, Columbia, Lititz, Millersville, Mount Joy, New Holland, East Petersburg, Akron, Denver, Strasburg, Adamstown, Harrisburg, Hershey.

Timezone:

Eastern (GMT -5)

Population:

49,528

Average Income:

$56,231

Zip codes:

17101

17130

Unemployment Rate:

2.70%

Nearby area codes:

223

717

Get a 717 phone number

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717 area code summary

Area code 717 covers south-central Pennsylvania, including Harrisburg (the state capital), Lancaster, York, and Lebanon. Established in 1947, it was overlaid by 223 in 2017 to handle increased demand. The region balances historical significance with economic diversity. Lancaster and the surrounding Amish Country attract tourism and agriculture-driven business, while Harrisburg hosts government, education, and finance sectors. York is a center for manufacturing and engineering. With a blend of rural charm, urban infrastructure, and rich history dating back to colonial times, the area supports a mix of traditional industries and modern development. A 717 number is ideal for businesses serving Pennsylvania’s fast-growing and historic heartland.

Fun fact 💡

Lancaster’s Central Market, since 1730, is a 717 food hub.

🏢First Phone Company:

Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania (later Verizon)

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