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The 608 area code was created as part of a split, covering the beautiful region of Southwest Wisconsin. Today, 608 is tied to cities like Madison, La Crosse, and Janesville, encompassing a landscape of rolling hills and the scenic Mississippi River.
Madison – the bustling heart of the region
La Crosse – a vibrant city along the river
Janesville – rich in history and local culture
For generations, 608 has represented Wisconsin pride, offering the best of rural and urban life with fast access to all corners of the region.
The 608 area code operates in the Central Time Zone (CT)–the same time zone as Southwest Wisconsin. This is important for businesses and professionals who need to stay in sync with local clients, suppliers, and partners. Whether you’re scheduling calls, running local ads, or managing customer support, having a 608 number means you’re aligned with Central Standard Time (CST) in winter and Central Daylight Time (CDT) in summer.
The 608 area code covers all of Southwest Wisconsin, including:
Madison
La Crosse
Janesville
and many more.
Getting a 608 number gives your calls a familiar, local presence in one of Wisconsin’s busiest urban regions. It’s perfect for real estate agents, freelancers, remote workers, and anyone who wants to appear local while staying flexible.
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Get a memorable personalized phone number, e.g. 323-CHA-RLES
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Record important calls for quality assurance or future reference
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Redirect incoming calls to another phone number or device
Set up future calls at your convenience
Begin by creating your MySecondLine account. Choose 'Select a Preferred Phone Number' and click 'No' when asked if you only need basic features.
In the second step, locate and select the United States option, then proceed to the next screen.
Last step - enter the area code you want, continue, select your ideal number and finalize with a plan purchase.
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