What is what area code is 218?

The area code 218 is located in the state of Minnesota in the United States. It covers the northern part of the state, including cities such as Duluth, Bemidji, Brainerd, and Grand Rapids. Area code 218 was created in 1947 as one of the original North American area codes. It was split in 1954 to create area code 612 and again in 1996 to create area code 320. The most recent overlay area code added to the region was 952 in 2000. Area code 218 is currently serving as the primary area code for the north-central Minnesota region.