New york area code 516
The 516 area code is a telephone area code that serves the Long Island region of New York, specifically the Nassau County and parts of Suffolk County. It was one of the original area codes established in 1947 and is still in use today.
The 516 area code covers a large portion of Long Island, including:
- Nassau County: The entire county, including cities like Garden City, Hempstead, and Mineola.
- Suffolk County: The eastern part of the county, including towns like Smithtown, Huntington, and Riverhead.
Some notable cities and towns in the 516 area code include:
- Garden City
- Hempstead
- Mineola
- Long Beach
- Freeport
- Hicksville
- Westbury
- Syosset
- Jericho
- Plainview
- Massapequa
- Wantagh
- Bethpage
- Farmingdale
The 516 area code is also home to several major airports, including John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which are both located in Queens but serve the Long Island region.
It's worth noting that the 516 area code is a relatively high-cost area code, with some of the highest phone rates in the country. This is due in part to the high demand for phone services in the area, as well as the proximity to New York City.