
Urgent: New Area Codes Will Impact Northern Colorado Customers Soon
More Than Just Digits: What Your Area Code Says About You
A phone area code is a lot more than just three numbers. Sometimes it's a bit of a calling card or a connection to a hometown.
When I was in college, I moved out of Northeastern Pennsylvania to attend Syracuse University in Upstate New York.
While it wasn't a far drive from my childhood home, there was a bit of a culture shock.
I remember freaking out after class one day when a classmate shared her phone number with me, so we could get together to work on the project. Once she shared the first three digits with me, I immediately broke out in a grin.
We ended up sharing some stories of our time growing up in NEPA before parting ways.
All of that was to say that an area code can connect us in some cool ways.

When Were Area Codes First Introduced?
Do you know that area codes were first introduced in 1947 by the American Telephone and Telegraph Company for something called the North American Numbering Plan?
There are approximately 335 area codes in the United States, according to reports.
Colorado's Area Code Shake-Up Is Coming
By this time next year, there will be at least one more right here in Colorado.
What Is Colorado's New Area Code?
A few years back, it was announced that a new area code would be set up for phones in Northern Colorado.
The Colorado Public Utilities Commission confirmed that the code 748 would be assigned to certain customers depending on their area.
When Will Colorado's New Area Code Be Rolled Out?
Starting July 7, 2025, if you're requesting a new phone line or number and you live in Aspen, Breckenridge, Durango, Estes Park, Fort Collins, Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Greeley, Loveland, Silverthorne, Steamboat Springs, or Vail,
you’ll receive a different area code than what’s currently used.
So, if you're used to seeing a 970 number, get ready for a bit of a change.
Will My Existing 970 Number Change?
However, your current phone number INCLUDING the 970 area code won't change. This seems to only be for new numbers or lines, according to reports.
If you have any questions about what this change might mean for you, make sure to contact the Colorado Public Utilities Commission Website here.
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