Area code 248
Area code 248 serves Troy and nearby parts of Michigan, including Pontiac, Southfield and Novi. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time. 947 is an overlay for the same area.
Area code 248 at a glance
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Main city | Troy |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
| Overlay codes | 947 |
Cities in 248
- Troy
- Pontiac
- Southfield
- Novi
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 248 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 248 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 248 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Questions about 248
What time zone is area code 248?
Area code 248 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 248?
Area code 248 is in Michigan. Its main city is Troy, and it also covers Pontiac, Southfield and Novi.
What are the legal hours to call a 248 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.
What area codes overlay 248?
947 covers the same area as 248, so numbers in the same town can have either code.