Area Code 218: Comprehensive Guide to Minnesota's Northern Region
Info: Area code 218 is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) and covers the northern region of Minnesota, including cities like Duluth, Hibbing, and Moorhead.
Technical Specifications
- NPA Code: 218
- Type: Single
- Implementation Date: 1947
- State: Minnesota
Geographic Coverage
Area code 218 encompasses the northern part of Minnesota, serving key cities such as Duluth, Hibbing, and Moorhead.
Major Cities
- Duluth, MN: Latitude 46.78327, Longitude -92.10658
- Moorhead, MN: Latitude 46.87386, Longitude -96.76951
- Andover, MN: Latitude 45.2333, Longitude -93.29134
Numbering Statistics
- Total Numbers Available: Approximately 7.92 million
- Utilization Rate: 45%
- Exhaust Projection: 2028
Network Infrastructure
Major Carriers
- AT&T: 35%
- Verizon: 30%
- T-Mobile: 20%
- Others: 15%
Types of Services Available
- Landline
- Wireless
- VoIP
Regulatory Framework
- Regulatory Body: North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA)
- Dialing Requirements: Transitioned to ten-digit dialing by October 24, 2021, due to the implementation of 988 as a national suicide prevention lifeline.
- NANPA Regulations: Complies with all NANPA regulations for area code management and number allocation.
Historical Milestones
- 1947: Initial implementation of area code 218.
- 1954: Redrawn boundaries to avoid cutting across major toll traffic routes.
- 1990s: Northwest Angle region added to area code 218.
- 2021: Transition to ten-digit dialing due to the 988 lifeline implementation.
Conclusion
Area code 218 is integral to Minnesota's northern telecommunications network, serving major cities with a robust infrastructure. With a projected exhaust date of 2028, it remains a vital part of the NANP.
For more detailed information, visit the official NANPA page.