Area code 272
272 is Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton, Pennsylvania.
Area code 272 at a glance
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Main cities
- Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton, Williamsport, East Stroudsburg, Pottsville, Sunbury, Carbondale
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 570
- In service since
- 2013
570 covers the exact same area as 272 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 272?
Area code 272 covers Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton in Pennsylvania.
What time is it in area code 272?
Area code 272 is in the Eastern Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 570 the same area as 272?
Yes. 570 is an overlay of 272 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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