Area Code 608

Madison, Wisconsin · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
608
City
Madison, WI
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1955

Where Is Area Code 608?

Madison, Janesville, La Crosse — southwestern Wisconsin

Wisconsin state capital. University of Wisconsin-Madison. Consistently ranked top livable city.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
MadisonJanesvilleLa CrosseBeloit

Time Zone for Area Code 608

Standard Time
CST (UTC-6)
Daylight Time
CDT (UTC-5)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 608?

Area code 608 is located in Madison, Wisconsin (United States). It covers Madison, Janesville, La Crosse — southwestern Wisconsin.

What time zone is area code 608 in?

Area code 608 (Madison, Wisconsin) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 608 a scam?

Area code 608 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Madison, Wisconsin. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (608), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 608 right now?

Area code 608 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/milwaukee/ for the exact current time in Madison.

When was area code 608 introduced?

Area code 608 was introduced in 1955. Wisconsin state capital. University of Wisconsin-Madison. Consistently ranked top livable city.