708 Area Code – Chicago Suburbs Location, Map & Time Zone

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📞 708 Area Code — Quick Reference
📍 LocationChicago Heights, Illinois
🕐 Time ZoneCentral (UTC-6/UTC-5)
🗓️ StatusActive — Geographic

The 708 prefix covers Chicago Heights and its surrounding communities in Illinois. Whether you received an unexpected call from this number or you’re trying to figure out where a 708 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 708 Area Code Located?

The 708 area code is located in Illinois, primarily serving Chicago Heights 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 708 number with them after moving — so the code tells you where the number was issued, not necessarily where the person is right now.

708 Area Code — Location Details
State/ProvinceIllinois (IL)
Major CityChicago Heights
CountryUnited States (+1)
Time ZoneCentral (UTC-6/UTC-5)
TypeGeographic — Standard
NANPA StatusActive

🕐 708 Area Code Time Zone

The 708 area code operates in the Central Time Zone (UTC-6/UTC-5). Here’s how it compares to other US time zones:

Time ZoneDifference from 708
Eastern Time+1 hour
Central TimeSame time
Mountain Time-1 hour
Pacific Time-2 hours
💡 Calling Tip: Reach someone in the 708 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 708 Area Code Spam or Scam?

Seeing 708 on your caller ID doesn’t automatically mean spam — it’s a real area code used by many in Chicago Heights. But robocallers frequently disguise their actual numbers behind familiar area codes like 708. If a 708 call feels off, hang up and verify independently.

⚠️ Red Flag: If a 708 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 708 Spam Calls & Texts

Block on iPhone

  1. Open Phone → tap Recents
  2. Tap ⓘ next to the 708 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 708 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 708? 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 708 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
773Chicago, IllinoisCentral
312Chicago, IllinoisCentral
630Aurora, IllinoisCentral
224Arlington Heights, IllinoisCentral
217Springfield, IllinoisCentral

❓ 708 Area Code — FAQ

What state is 708 area code in?
The 708 area code is in Illinois, serving Chicago Heights and surrounding areas.
What city does 708 cover?
708 primarily covers Chicago Heights and nearby communities in Illinois.
Is 708 toll-free?
No. 708 is a geographic area code. Toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888.
What time zone is 708?
Central (UTC-6/UTC-5).
Is 708 a scam?
708 is legitimate — it serves real people in Chicago Heights. But scammers may spoof 708 numbers. Verify suspicious callers independently.
Why do I keep getting 708 calls?
Repeated 708 calls without a known contact are likely robocalls. Use your phone’s Silence Unknown Callers feature.
Can I get a 708 number remotely?
Yes — VoIP services like Google Voice offer 708 numbers regardless of where you live.
Is 708 cell or landline?
708 covers both. US area codes don’t distinguish between mobile and landline.
How do I block 708 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/