Area code 272
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- Location
- Scranton, PA, Pennsylvania
- Time zone
- Eastern (GMT -5)
- Related area codes
- Related:570
The 272 area code covers Scranton, PA and nearby Pennsylvania communities.
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About the 272 area code
Area code 272 reaches the Pennsylvania cities of Scranton, Hazleton, and Williamsport, a coverage area that sits entirely within the Eastern time zone.
It is a comparatively recent arrival, entering service in 2013 as an overlay on area code 570. The two codes occupy identical territory, which means local callers in the region dial all ten digits of a phone number.
Dialing note: 272 is part of an overlay complex with 570, so local calls in this area are dialed with all ten digits.
Numbering details on this page (service dates and overlay status) are checked against the NANPA numbering registry. Registry data as of 07/16/2026.
272 phone number FAQ
- How do I get a 272 phone number?
- Pick an available 272 number and sign up for AvoCall. Your new Scranton, PA number works for calls and texts on your existing phone over WiFi or data. Current web pricing is verified at checkout. There is no second SIM and no new device.
- Where is the 272 area code?
- It serves Scranton, PA and nearby cities in Pennsylvania, including Scranton, Hazleton, Williamsport.
- Can I receive verification codes on a 272 number?
- AvoCall 272 numbers support calling and messaging. Verification-text compatibility varies by sender; short-code and 2FA delivery is not guaranteed.