Area code 679

679 is a newer area code, in service since November 7, 2025, added on top of 313. See all new area codes.

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Cities and towns in area code 679

679 is an overlay, so it covers the same places as 313. Places are listed by how many phone prefixes they have in the area.

• Detroit, MI
• Dearborn, MI
• Redford Charter Township, MI
• Taylor, MI
• Highland Park, MI
• Lincoln Park, MI

Area codes that overlay 679

• 313

Questions

Where is area code 679?

Area code 679 is in Michigan. It serves Detroit, Dearborn, Redford Charter Township, Taylor and Highland Park and 1 other cities and towns.

What time zone is area code 679 in?

Area code 679 uses Eastern Time.

What area codes overlay 679?

313 serves the same area as 679. New numbers in the area can get any of these codes, which is why local calls need all 10 digits.

Is a call from area code 679 a scam?

The area code alone doesn’t tell you. Most calls from 679 are ordinary local calls, but scammers can fake (“spoof”) any number. If you don’t recognize a 679 number, let it go to voicemail.

When did area code 679 start?

679 went into service in 2025. It was created from area code 313.

Can a 679 number be outside Michigan?

Yes. People keep their numbers when they move and when they switch to mobile or internet phone services, so a 679 caller can be anywhere.

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