Area code 978
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- Location
- Lowell, MA, Massachusetts
- Time zone
- Eastern (GMT -5)
The 978 area code covers Lowell, MA and nearby Massachusetts communities.
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About the 978 area code
Massachusetts hosts area code 978, with Lowell as its base city. Lawrence, Haverhill, Methuen, and Billerica use the code too, and the whole territory follows Eastern time (GMT -5).
First activated in 1997 in ground once served by area code 508, 978 was later joined by 351, and the two now operate as an overlay across a single territory. Local dialing there requires the full ten digits.
Dialing note: 978 is part of an overlay complex with 351, 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.
978 phone number FAQ
- How do I get a 978 phone number?
- Pick an available 978 number and sign up for AvoCall. Your new Lowell, MA 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 978 area code?
- It serves Lowell, MA and nearby cities in Massachusetts, including Lowell, Lawrence, Haverhill.
- Can I receive verification codes on a 978 number?
- AvoCall 978 numbers support calling and messaging. Verification-text compatibility varies by sender; short-code and 2FA delivery is not guaranteed.