Area code 518

The area code 518 is the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) telephone area code for upstate New York. This code serves Albany, Glens Falls, Plattsburgh, and surrounding areas in the Adirondack area. Created in October 1954 by splitting from the original Albany area code 518.

Area code 518 is one of the most densely populated area codes in the United States. It is home to a wide variety of businesses, universities, and organizations and is a center of tourism and outdoor recreation. The area code is also home to many notable attractions such as the Saratoga Racecourse, the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, and the Lake George Historic District.

Although the 518 area code is geographically large, it is relatively small compared to other area codes in the United States. As a result, area codes are often depleted of numbers and must be split to meet the growing demand for phone numbers. In 2000, area code 518 was split into area code 838 to cover most of the Adirondack area.

Residents and businesses in the 518 area code are identified by the unique "518" prefix in their phone number. This prefix is ​​also used to indicate the area code on business cards, letterhead, and other documents.

Because of its popularity and size, the 518 area code is an important part of the culture and identity of upstate New York. It is a symbol of the region's vibrant and diverse communities, businesses, and institutions.