Area Code 908

Elizabeth, New Jersey · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · United States

Area Code
908
City
Elizabeth, NJ
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1990

Where Is Area Code 908?

Elizabeth, Plainfield, Bridgewater, Somerville — central New Jersey

Central NJ. Major pharma corridor (J&J, Merck nearby).

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
ElizabethPlainfieldBridgewaterSomervilleWatchung

Time Zone for Area Code 908

Standard Time
EST (UTC-5)
Daylight Time
EDT (UTC-4)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/New_York

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 908?

Area code 908 is located in Elizabeth, New Jersey (United States). It covers Elizabeth, Plainfield, Bridgewater, Somerville — central New Jersey.

What time zone is area code 908 in?

Area code 908 (Elizabeth, New Jersey) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 908 a scam?

Area code 908 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Elizabeth, New Jersey. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (908), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 908 right now?

Area code 908 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/new-york/ for the exact current time in Elizabeth.

When was area code 908 introduced?

Area code 908 was introduced in 1990. Central NJ. Major pharma corridor (J&J, Merck nearby).