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Brief introduction of 517 area code

Calls from unfamiliar area codes could lead the person's curiosity rise up. One of the most commonly asked questions about area codes are where it is coming from or who it be. Area code 517 is widely used across North America, specifically to recognized the telephone service of a region. Below are some information that might help regarding your concerns of this area code.

517 area code

What is area code 517?

517 is one of the original 86 area codes created by AT&T and the Bell System in 1947. It originally served south-central portion of the lower peninsula of Michigan including Lansing. 517 was split in 2001 creating the need to update some of the phone numbers to area code 989.

Where is area code 517 located?

Area code 517 is located in south central Michigan and covers Lansing, East Lansing, and Jackson. It is the only area code that serves the area.

What is the timezone of area code 517?

The 517 Area Code is located in the EasternTimezone.

What is the major city in area code 517?

Lansing, capital of Michigan, U.S., located in Ingham county. The city site, on the Grand River at its junction with the Red Cedar River, was a wilderness when the state capital was moved there from Detroit (about 85 miles [140 km] southeast) in 1847. At first called Village of Michigan, in 1849 it assumed the name of the township in which it was located. (Lansing township was named for Lansing, N.Y.) The Michigan State Capitol (erected 1872–78) stands in a 10-acre (4-hectare) park in the centre of the city; the capitol underwent extensive restoration in 1989–92. Connected by plank road to Detroit in 1852 and to out-of-state areas by railroad in the 1870s, the city grew industrially after 1887 with the establishment of several vehicle manufacturers, most notably the Olds Motor Works (in 1899) and the Reo Motor Car Company (in 1904) by Ransom Eli Olds; it is now a major automobile production centre and also produces a wide range of other manufactures (including textiles, auto parts, metal products, and glass).

What are some of the local codes near 517?

248/947 (Troy, MI);

260 (Fort Wayne, IN);

269 (Kalamazoo, MI);

419/567 (Toledo, OH);

517 (Lansing, MI);616 (Grand Rapids, MI);

734 (Ann Arbor, MI);

810 (Flint, MI);

989 (Saginaw, MI);

Is it true that 517 number is toll free?

Area code 517 is one of the telephone area codes that is not toll free. A charge will be place to the caller's account. The cost of the charge may vary on the duration of the call or to the telecommunications company where you are receiving the services.

Why is it important to have a memorable local number for marketing?

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How do I get a specific phone number with 517 area code?

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