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Area code 612

Where the 612 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 612 number from anywhere.

CoversCrystal, MinnesotaTime zoneCentral (CT)TypeGeographic
Quick answer

The 612 area code is in Crystal, Minnesota, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 612 555-0123.

StateMinnesota
Main areaCrystal
Time zoneCentral (CT)
TypeGeographic
10-digit dialingNot required
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 612 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Crystal, Minnesota. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.

How to dial a 612 number

From abroad+1 612 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 612 555-0123

Cities in the 612 area code

A 612 number is usually in one of these places in Minnesota — 2 counties.

CrystalGolden ValleyMinneapolis Anoka;HennepinRichfieldSaint Louis Park Hennepin

Other Minnesota area codes

218320507651763924952

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 612 area code?

The 612 area code is in Crystal, Minnesota, United States (Central (CT)).

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 612?

Local calls within 612 may use seven digits; ten-digit dialling always works.

How do I call a 612 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 612, then the number: +1 612 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 612 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Missed a call from +1 612?

In the 30 days to September 24, 2026, 308 unwanted calls showing a 612 number were reported to the US Federal Trade Commission, 51% of them recorded messages or robocalls. That puts 612 at #284 of 670 area codes reported.

Other126
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends42
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)34
Dropped call or no message33
Before you call back
  • If you do not know anyone in Minnesota, do not call back: a genuine caller will leave a message or send a text.
  • Scammers fake the number shown on caller ID, so a 612 number can hide a caller anywhere in the world.
  • Never give a code received by text or a bank detail to an unknown caller. In the US, calls can be reported at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Who issues +1 612 numbers

Phone companies hold blocks of numbers in each area code. The main holders in 612:

Qwest Corporation 146Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless 95Aerial Communications, Inc. 93New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC 66Onvoy, LLC 27Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC 18

About 26.4% of the 613 prefixes in use belong to mobile carriers: a 612 number is often a cell phone, and it may have moved to another carrier since.

Sources: FTC Do Not Call reported calls (numbers as reported by consumers, not verified), NANPA central office code assignments.

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