Area Code 347 – NY Location, Map & Cities

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📞 347 Area Code — Quick Reference
📍 LocationBrooklyn, New York
🕐 Time ZoneEastern (UTC-5/UTC-4)
🗓️ StatusActive — Geographic

Numbers starting with 347 connect to Brooklyn and nearby areas in New York. Whether you received an unexpected call from this number or you’re trying to figure out where a 347 number is based, this guide covers the exact location, time zone, spam reputation, blocking instructions, and which cities fall under this code.

📍 Where Is the 347 Area Code Located?

The 347 area code is located in New York, primarily serving Brooklyn and the surrounding region. It’s a standard geographic area code under the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). Keep in mind that mobile number portability means someone could carry a 347 number with them after moving — so the code tells you where the number was issued, not necessarily where the person is right now.

347 Area Code — Location Details
State/ProvinceNew York (NY)
Major CityBrooklyn
CountryUnited States (+1)
Time ZoneEastern (UTC-5/UTC-4)
TypeGeographic — Standard
NANPA StatusActive

🕐 347 Area Code Time Zone

The 347 area code operates in the Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5/UTC-4). Here’s how it compares to other US time zones:

Time ZoneDifference from 347
Eastern TimeSame time
Central Time-1 hour
Mountain Time-2 hours
Pacific Time-3 hours
💡 Calling Tip: Reach someone in the 347 area between 10 AM – 4 PM their local time for the best chance of an answer. Calls outside those hours are more likely to be screened or ignored.

🛡️ Is 347 Area Code Spam or Scam?

The 347 area code is completely legitimate, covering real residents and businesses in Brooklyn. However, spam callers love spoofing well-known area codes like 347 because you’re more likely to pick up a local-looking number. If an unexpected 347 caller asks for personal info or payment, that’s your red flag.

⚠️ Red Flag: If a 347 caller demands immediate payment via gift cards, wire transfer, or crypto — hang up. No legitimate organization uses these methods. Verify by calling the company’s official number directly.

How to verify: Don’t call back the number — look up the official number for whatever organization the caller claimed to represent and call that instead. Google the full 10-digit number in quotes to check if others have reported it as spam.

📵 How to Block 347 Spam Calls & Texts

Block on iPhone

  1. Open Phone → tap Recents
  2. Tap ⓘ next to the 347 spam number
  3. Scroll down → “Block this Caller”
  4. Silence all unknowns: Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers → ON

Block on Android

  1. Open Phone → find the 347 number
  2. Tap ⋮ menu → “Block number”
  3. For broader blocking: Settings → Blocked numbers → Unknown toggle ON

Report Spam

  1. Forward spam texts to 7726 (SPAM)
  2. Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov
  3. Register at donotcall.gov or call 1-888-382-1222

🔍 Who Called from 347? Reverse Lookup

  1. Google the full 10-digit number in quotes — catches ~70% of unknown callers
  2. Check Whitepages.com or Truecaller.com
  3. Search 800notes.com for community reports
  4. No voicemail left? Almost certainly spam — legitimate callers leave messages
⚠️ One-Ring Scam: If a 347 number rings once and hangs up, do NOT call back. This scam connects you to a premium-rate line that charges your bill.

🔗 Nearby Area Codes

CodeLocationTime Zone
646Manhattan, New YorkEastern
917Manhattan, New YorkEastern
929Brooklyn, New YorkEastern
516Hempstead, New YorkEastern
315Syracuse, New YorkEastern

❓ 347 Area Code — FAQ

What state is 347 area code in?
The 347 area code is in New York, serving Brooklyn and surrounding areas.
What city does 347 cover?
347 primarily covers Brooklyn and nearby communities in New York.
Is 347 toll-free?
No. 347 is a geographic area code. Toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888.
What time zone is 347?
Eastern (UTC-5/UTC-4).
Is 347 a scam?
347 is legitimate — it serves real people in Brooklyn. But scammers may spoof 347 numbers. Verify suspicious callers independently.
Why do I keep getting 347 calls?
Repeated 347 calls without a known contact are likely robocalls. Use your phone’s Silence Unknown Callers feature.
Can I get a 347 number remotely?
Yes — VoIP services like Google Voice offer 347 numbers regardless of where you live.
Is 347 cell or landline?
347 covers both. US area codes don’t distinguish between mobile and landline.
How do I block 347 calls?
iPhone: Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers. Android: Phone → Settings → Blocked numbers. For area-code blocking, use Truecaller or RoboKiller.

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Updated April 2026 · Data from NANPA & FCC · areacodess.org/