Area Code 847 at a Glance
| Area code | 847 |
| Region | Illinois |
| Country | United States |
| Primary timezone | America/Chicago |
| Dialing format | +1 (847) NXX-XXXX |
Cities and Places Using Area Code 847
Based on prefix-level carrier data, area code 847 covers places including:
- Schaumburg, IL
- Elgin, IL
- Evanston, IL
- Northbrook, IL
- Waukegan, IL
- Des Plaines, IL
- Park Ridge, IL
- Palatine, IL
- Glenview, IL
- Highland Park, IL
- Skokie, IL
- Lake Forest, IL
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is area code 847?
Area code 847 serves Illinois, United States.
Who is calling me from area code 847?
A call from area code 847 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 847 number?
Within North America: dial 1-847 followed by the 7-digit number. From abroad: your international prefix (like 00 or +), then 1 847 and the number.