Virginia Beach, Virginia
948 Area Code
Establish a trusted local presence in Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads with a 948 area code number. Essential for businesses seeking higher pickup rates and local credibility in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake and Newport News.
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About 948 Area Code
Area code 948 serves Hampton Roads and southeastern Virginia, covering Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Newport News, Hampton, Portsmouth and Suffolk. Introduced on May 9, 2022 as an overlay for the established 757 area code, 948 spans the Hampton Roads metropolitan area and the Eastern Shore of Virginia. The code supports local voice and SMS-capable numbers used by military installations, shipbuilding operations, port logistics, tourism businesses and healthcare providers throughout this strategic coastal region adjacent to the world's largest naval base.
The 948 region drives a military-anchored economy where Department of Defense spending accounts for approximately 45% of all regional economic activity. Naval Station Norfolk (the world's largest naval base), shipbuilding at Newport News Shipbuilding, Port of Virginia logistics, tourism along Virginia Beach, and aerospace operations create diverse business demand. Local businesses use 948 numbers for contract coordination, logistics scheduling, military family services, visitor bookings and healthcare appointments. A local area code delivers higher answer rates in a community deeply connected to military service, where regional presence signals commitment to the Hampton Roads market.
FoneSwift lists live 948 inventory and capabilities on this page. Search numbers to see which support Voice, SMS and MMS. Area-code availability changes over time. If a local 948 number is not immediately available, the original code 757 serves the same geographic region and provides identical Hampton Roads presence. Both codes require mandatory 10-digit dialing for all calls within the region, implemented in April 2022 to accommodate the overlay.
If your business targets Hampton Roads, military families or coastal Virginia, publish numbers in both local and E.164 formats (e.g., (948) 555-1234 and +1 948 555 1234) and register messaging traffic if you plan A2P campaigns. For porting, see our porting guide. Note that 10-digit dialing is mandatory within the 948/757 overlay region for all calls. Keeping the same number preserves client relationships in a market where military service, shipbuilding heritage and coastal tourism drive business value and where local presence demonstrates long-term commitment to the community.
| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| Area code | 948 |
| Primary cities | Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Newport News |
| Counties served | Accomack, Isle of Wight, James City, Northampton, Southampton, Surry, York, Gloucester, Sussex |
| Timezone | America/New York (EST) |
| Created | May 9, 2022 |
| International Format | +1 948 XXX XXXX |
| Local Format | (948) XXX-XXXX |
10-digit dialing is mandatory within and into the 948/757 overlay region for all calls, including local calls. This requirement became effective April 9, 2022. Register A2P messaging for business SMS to comply with US carrier rules (10DLC).
Area code 948 uses Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5) and observes Daylight Saving Time (EDT, UTC-4 during summer months). Plan outreach accordingly for time-sensitive calls to military installations and businesses.
Local numbers are essential for higher answer rates in military and coastal communities. The overlay code 757 serves the same geographic region. Consider both 948 and 757 for additional inventory while maintaining Hampton Roads presence.
Quick Facts about 948 Area Code
Interesting tidbits about this area code 948
Newest Hampton Roads code
Area code 948 is the newest area code for Hampton Roads, introduced on May 9, 2022 to address number exhaustion in the 757 region. It was one of 19 area codes introduced nationwide in 2022.
Overlay for iconic 757
948 functions as an overlay for the culturally significant 757 area code, meaning both codes serve the exact same geographic region. The 757 moniker remains deeply embedded in Hampton Roads identity, appearing in local hip-hop, business branding and regional pride.
World's largest naval base
Naval Station Norfolk in the 948/757 region is the world's largest naval base, spanning 4,300 acres and homeporting 64 ships and 187 aircraft. The base employs 46,000 active-duty military plus 21,000 civilian personnel.
Only NATO command on U.S. soil
Hampton Roads hosts Allied Command Transformation, the only NATO headquarters located on United States soil. The region is also home to four different 4-star military commands across multiple service branches.
Mandatory 10-digit dialing
With the implementation of 948 in 2022, all callers within the 757/948 region were required to transition to mandatory 10-digit dialing for all local calls, even when calling across the street.
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How Does Local 948 Phone Numbers Work?
A local business number is a structured telephone identifier that tells networks where to route calls and messages. When you use a 948 number in Virginia Beach and Virginia, the digits signal the international gateway, the geographic region, the local exchange and the specific subscriber, so calls reach the right destination quickly and reliably.
The typical parts of a United States local number are:
- Country code (+1): identifies United States for international routing.
- Area code (948): directs the call to the Virginia Beach / Virginia region.
- Central office / exchange (eg. 555): narrows the call to a local switching area or rate center.
- Subscriber number (eg. 1234): the unique line assigned to a person, extension, or device.
Example formats:
| International Format (E.164) | +1 948 555 1234 |
| Local Format (National) | (948) 555-1234 |
Quick Dialing Guide
The correct formats to reach 948 numbers locally and globally.
From Landlines
Standard United States FormatUse for domestic long-distance calls within United States.
From Mobile
E.164 InternationalThe universal format. Works on any mobile device, anywhere.
International
From abroadDialing from outside United States (exit code 00 varies by country).
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For businesses, local numbers offer clear benefits: higher answer rates, stronger local recognition, and better performance for local campaigns and customer trust. Typical business features include call forwarding, call recording, auto-attendants, voicemail-to-email, and multi-device ringing.
Important operational notes:
- SMS & A2P: If you plan to send application-to-person messages from a 948 number, register your traffic where required and follow carrier rules (10DLC/A2P) to avoid deliverability or throughput issues.
- Number Porting: Bring your existing 948number to FoneSwift seamlessly. Our team handles the entire porting process, simply submit your number details and we'll coordinate with your current provider. Porting typically completes within 5-10 business days, and you'll receive updates at each step. There's no service interruption during the transfer.
- Display & formatting: Always publish numbers in both local and E.164 formats so international and mobile users can easily dial.
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How to Get a 948 Phone Number
Buying a local 948 phone number using FoneSwift is easy and takes just a few minutes. Follow these simple steps to get your local 948 phone number and start connecting with customers in United States today.
Create a new account on FoneSwift or sign in to your existing account to get started.
Once logged in, you'll be taken to your FoneSwift dashboard where you can manage all your phone numbers and settings.
Click on Settings in the sidebar, then go to "My Numbers" and click the "Add a Number" button.
Choose United States as your country from the dropdown menu.
Select Local as the type of number, then choose the 948 area code from the available options.
Click the "Search" button to see all available phone numbers with the selected area code.
Browse through the available numbers, select one that fits your needs, click "Buy Number", and confirm your purchase.
Your number is now active! Start making and receiving calls from the FoneSwift Dialer immediately.
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Businesses Using 948 Phone Numbers
Hampton Roads hosts military, shipbuilding, port logistics, tourism and aerospace. Local phone numbers are essential for military community engagement and business credibility.
Military & defense contracting
Defense contractors, military support services, base operations and security companies use local numbers for contract coordination, base access, personnel services and government liaison throughout the world's largest concentration of military installations.
Shipbuilding & maritime
Newport News Shipbuilding, ship repair facilities, maritime suppliers and marine engineering firms use local lines for contract coordination, workforce communication, supply chain management and technical support in this global shipbuilding hub.
Port logistics & shipping
Port of Virginia operations, freight forwarders, customs brokers, container logistics and distribution centers use local numbers for cargo coordination, vessel scheduling, driver communication and supply chain operations serving the East Coast.
Tourism & hospitality
Virginia Beach hotels, resort properties, restaurants, tour operators and event venues use local numbers for reservations, visitor services, event coordination and guest communication in one of the East Coast's premier beach destinations.
Healthcare & military medicine
Hospital systems (Sentara Healthcare, Chesapeake Regional), military medical facilities (Naval Medical Center Portsmouth), clinics and telehealth providers use local numbers for patient scheduling, appointment reminders and care coordination serving military families and civilians.
Aerospace & aviation
NAS Oceana (Navy's East Coast Master Jet Base), Langley Air Force Base, aviation maintenance, aerospace suppliers and flight training operations use local lines for operations coordination, flight scheduling and technical support.
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