Area Code 308

So you got a call from a 308 number and you're wondering where it came from? That's Nebraska. More specifically, 308 covers Grand Island and places like North Platte.

This area code has been around for 71 years now - it was created in 1954. That makes it one of the original area codes from when the phone system was first being organized.

Here's Something Worth Knowing

Just because you see 308 on your caller ID doesn't guarantee the person is actually sitting in Nebraska right now. Since 2003, people can take their phone numbers with them when they move. Your old college roommate who grew up near Grand Island? They might be living in Texas now but still using their 308 number.

That said, a 308 number usually means the person originally got their phone number somewhere in Nebraska. Or they specifically chose a 308 number for business reasons - maybe to seem local to customers in the Grand Island area.

How to Dial a 308 Number

If you're calling from somewhere else in the country, just dial 1 + 308 + the 7-digit number. Calling from overseas? Use your country's exit code (usually 00 or +), then 1 for the US, then 308 and the rest.

Should You Be Worried About Scams?

Here's the honest truth: scammers can fake any area code they want, including 308. It's called "spoofing" and it's frustratingly common. So if you get a call from 308that feels off - someone asking for your Social Security number, claiming you won a prize, or demanding immediate payment for something - trust your gut and hang up.

Real businesses and government agencies don't cold call asking for sensitive info. If you're unsure whether a call was legit, look up the company's official number yourself and call them back.

Cities and Towns Using 308

The 308 area code serves quite a few places across Nebraska. Here's where you might find someone with this area code: