Prefix 617-324 — Cambridge, MA
The 617-324 prefix belongs to area code 617 and is anchored to the Cambridge rate center (MA). In NANP terms, the prefix — or NXX — determines the rate center a number is billed against.
Cambridge is part of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH Metropolitan Statistical Area. For routing purposes it sits in LATA 128. Numbers here keep Eastern time.
The assigned code holder is VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC., operating company number 9102, assigned August 8, 2002. This is a pooled prefix — expect numbers within it to be split across more than one carrier in 1,000-number blocks.
Caller ID showing 617-324 is not proof the call came from Cambridge: spoofing and porting both detach numbers from their origin. To verify a caller, hang up and dial the organization's published number, and report suspicious calls to the FTC.
Neighboring prefixes
| Prefix | Rate center | Code holder |
|---|---|---|
| 617-321 | Watertown | PAETEC ITEL, LLC |
| 617-322 | Milton | COMCAST IP PHONE, LLC |
| 617-323 | Jamaica Plain | VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC. |
| 617-325 | Jamaica Plain | VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC. |
| 617-326 | Dorchester | MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC |
| 617-327 | Jamaica Plain | VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC. |
FAQ
Where is 617-324 located?
The prefix is assigned to the Cambridge rate center in MA, area code 617. It is part of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Which company owns 617-324 numbers?
VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC. holds the code, but the prefix is pooled — individual thousands-blocks can be assigned to other carriers, and numbers may be ported to any provider.
Is a call from 617-324 safe to answer?
The prefix itself says nothing about the caller. Legitimate Cambridge businesses and spoofed robocalls can both display it. Never share personal data with an unverified inbound caller.