585
Covers Rochester, New York
In service since 1954
City facts
Rochester area code
Area code for Rochester, New York: history, overlays and how to dial.
585
Rochester uses area code 585.
About area code 585
How to call a number in Rochester
Inside the US
1 (585) 555-0123Dial 1, the area code, then the seven-digit number.Local call
555-0123Many areas now require the area code for local calls too; if a seven-digit call fails, add it.From outside the US
+1 585 555 0123Use your country's exit code or +, then 1 for the US.Rochester is on Eastern Time (ET); check the time before calling from another zone.
Rochester quick facts
Rochester was founded in 1788 and incorporated as a village on March 21, 1817. It is named for Nathaniel Rochester.
Founded1788
Incorporated1817March 21, 1817 · village
CountyMonroe CountyNew York
Area code585Population209,720Census ACS estimateZIP codes1614604, 14605, 14606…Time zoneEastern TimeET
Dates, namesake and elevation from Wikipedia: Rochester, New York and Wikidata (checked 2026-11-08); population and ZIP codes from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Questions
What area code is Rochester?
Rochester uses area code 585.
When did area code 585 start?
Area code 585 dates from 1954.
What time zone is area code 585 in?
Rochester is on Eastern Time (ET).
Sources: Area code 585 (Wikipedia) and Wikidata, checked 2026-11-08. Numbering plans change; the North American Numbering Plan Administrator is the official record.