Find any 986- phone number in Idaho
The 986 area code is used in the U.S. state of Idaho. It was created in 1997 as a split from the 208 area code. Idaho is one of twenty U.S. states that are served by a single area code.
The North American Numbering Plan (NANP) is a system for assigning area codes and telephone numbers to customers in the United States and Canada. The area codes are three-digit numbers that designate specific geographic areas. In order to ensure efficient use of numbering resources, the NANP divides the country in a specific pattern and assigns area codes according to this pattern. The pattern of 986 area code follows a generally east to west numbering pattern, with Idaho being at the western end of this area code. In addition, the NANP reserves some area codes for specific services, such as 900 and 976.