What is 218 area code?

The 218 area code is located in northern Minnesota, covering cities such as Duluth, Moorhead, Brainerd, and Bemidji. It was one of the original area codes assigned in Minnesota when the North American Numbering Plan was established in 1947. The 218 area code serves a large and diverse region of the state, including rural areas, lakes, and forests. In recent years, the 218 area code has experienced population growth and increased demand for telephone numbers due to the expansion of telecommunications services and population growth in cities like Duluth and Moorhead.