Nebraska
Area Codes
402 & 531
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How to Call Nebraska
Nebraska is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP).
Exit Code
If calling from abroad, dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 for Europe).
US Code (+1)
Dial +1. This is the country code for the USA.
Area Code
Dial the 3-digit area code (e.g., 402) followed by the 7-digit number.
The 402/531 Overlay
Eastern Nebraska (Omaha/Lincoln) uses two area codes: 402 and 531. Because of this overlay, you must always dial the full 10 digits (Area Code + Number), even for local calls within the same city.
Nebraska City Codes
Find the right area code for your destination.
| City | County | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | Douglas | 402 / 531 |
| Lincoln | Lancaster | 402 / 531 |
| Bellevue | Sarpy | 402 / 531 |
| Grand Island | Hall | 308 |
| Kearney | Buffalo | 308 |
| City | County | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Fremont | Dodge | 402 / 531 |
| Hastings | Adams | 402 / 531 |
| Norfolk | Madison | 402 / 531 |
| North Platte | Lincoln | 308 |
| Columbus | Platte | 402 / 531 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the area code for Omaha?
Omaha uses area codes 402 and 531. Since 531 is an overlay code, you must dial all 10 digits (e.g., 402-555-0123) even for local calls.
What is the area code for Western Nebraska?
Most of Western Nebraska, including Grand Island, Kearney, and North Platte, uses the 308 area code.
What time is it in Nebraska?
Most of Nebraska (including Omaha and Lincoln) is in the Central Time Zone (UTC-6). The western panhandle is in the Mountain Time Zone (UTC-7).
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