Area Code 217 at a Glance

Area code217
RegionIllinois
CountryUnited States
Primary timezoneAmerica/Chicago
Dialing format+1 (217) NXX-XXXX

Cities and Places Using Area Code 217

Based on prefix-level carrier data, area code 217 covers places including:

  • Springfield, IL
  • Champaign, IL
  • Decatur, IL
  • Urbana, IL
  • Danville, IL
  • Quincy, IL
  • Paris, IL
  • Mattoon, IL
  • Jacksonville, IL
  • Effingham, IL
  • Charleston, IL
  • Rantoul, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 217?

Area code 217 serves Illinois, United States.

Who is calling me from area code 217?

A call from area code 217 most likely originates from Illinois, but caller ID can be spoofed. If an unknown caller asks for personal or payment information, hang up and call the organization back on its official number.

How do I dial a 217 number?

Within North America: dial 1-217 followed by the 7-digit number. From abroad: your international prefix (like 00 or +), then 1 217 and the number.