Area Code 208

Boise, Idaho · MST/MDT (UTC-7) · United States

Area Code
208
City
Boise, ID
Time Zone
MST/MDT
UTC Offset
UTC-7 / UTC-6 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 208?

Southern and central Idaho including Boise

Original Idaho code. Overlaid by 986 in 2017.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
BoiseNampaMeridianIdaho FallsTwin Falls

Time Zone for Area Code 208

Standard Time
MST (UTC-7)
Daylight Time
MDT (UTC-6)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/Boise

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 208?

Area code 208 is located in Boise, Idaho (United States). It covers Southern and central Idaho including Boise.

What time zone is area code 208 in?

Area code 208 (Boise, Idaho) is in the MST/MDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-7 and UTC-6 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 208 a scam?

Area code 208 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Boise, Idaho. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (208), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 208 right now?

Area code 208 follows MST/MDT (UTC-7). See the live clock at whattime.city/boise/ for the exact current time in Boise.

When was area code 208 introduced?

Area code 208 was introduced in 1947. Original Idaho code. Overlaid by 986 in 2017.

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