Area code 986
986 is Boise, Pocatello, Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Area code 986 at a glance
- State
- Idaho
- Main cities
- Boise, Pocatello, Idaho Falls, Coeur d'Alene, Nampa, Twin Falls
- Time zone
- Pacific Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 208
- In service since
- 2017
208 covers the exact same area as 986 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 986?
Area code 986 covers Boise, Pocatello, Idaho Falls in Idaho.
What time is it in area code 986?
Area code 986 is in the Pacific Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 208 the same area as 986?
Yes. 208 is an overlay of 986 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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