About Area Code 978
Area code 978 serves Massachusetts, covering major cities including Lowell, Lawrence. Operating in the Eastern Time (ET), this code was established in 1997.
| State | Time Zone | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | Eastern Time (ET) | Lowell, Lawrence |
Active Area Code
978
Massachusetts
Eastern Time (ET)
Est. 1997
PRIMARY
Location
Massachusetts
Lowell
ACTIVE
Coverage
2 Cities
Since 1997
Beware of Spam Calls
Scammers frequently use 978 numbers. Always verify unknown callers before sharing personal information.
Protect Yourself NowCommon Questions
Where is 978?
Located in Massachusetts, serving Lowell and surrounding areas.
What time zone?
Operates in Eastern Time (ET).
When established?
Area code 978 was introduced in 1997.
Used for spam?
Can be used by legitimate and fraudulent callers. Always verify unknown numbers.