Area Code 231 Information



Area Code 231
Population 127212
Type of Code: General Purpose Code
Geographic(G) or non-geographic(N): G
Is this code assigned: Yes
Is this code in use: Y
In service date: 1999-05-06
Planning Letter(s): 167
Location: MI
Country: US
Time Zone: E
Parent NPA: 616

Before exploring the specifics of Area Code 231, it's essential to comprehend its purpose. In the realm of telecommunication, an area code is a specifically designated index that is assigned on a regional basis. These codes exist within the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), devised in 1947. Every city and region connected to the NANP can be identified with a unique area code.

In 1999, the telephonic territory of Michigan was divided into different area codes. This move led to Area Code 231, designed to cover the northwest quadrant of the Lower Peninsula.

Location and Major Cities

Area Code 231 holds jurisdiction over a collection of counties, which include:

- Antrim County
- Benzie County
- Charlevoix County
- Cheboygan County
- Emmet County
- Grand Traverse County
- Kalkaska County
- Lake County
- Leelanau County
- Manistee County
- Mason County
- Mecosta County
- Missaukee County
- Montmorency County
- Newaygo County
- Oceana County
- Osceola County
- Presque Isle County
- Wexford County

Major cities encompassed under Area Code 231 include Traverse City, Muskegon, Big Rapids, and Petoskey. Additionally, several smaller towns and townships, such as Ludington, Cadillac, Manistee, and Charlevoix, are also part of this telephonic region.

ZIP Codes

An array of ZIP codes fall within the boundaries of Area Code 231. These include:

- 49616 (Benzonia)
- 49635 (Frankfort)
- 49660 (Manistee)
- 49643 (Interlochen)
- 49720 (Charlevoix)
- 49770 (Petoskey)
- 49684 (Traverse City)
- 49440 (Muskegon)
- 49307 (Big Rapids)
- 49601 (Cadillac)
- 49621 (Cedar)
- 49622 (Central Lake)
- 49648 (Kewadin)
- 49653 (Lake Leelanau)
- 49436 (New Era)

This list is incomplete, as numerous other ZIP codes are associated with the various towns and cities connected to Area Code 231.

Population

It's challenging to pinpoint the exact population within Area Code 231, as it covers urban and rural communities. However, one can obtain a general idea through the population statistics of its major cities. For instance, Traverse City has a population of around 16,000, while Muskegon has approximately 34,000 residents. Meanwhile, cities like Charlevoix and Ludington are smaller, with people of 2,500 and 8,000, respectively.

Points of Interest

Regarding tourism, the region represented by Area Code 231 provides countless attractions and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Some highlights include:

- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, which encompasses towering dunes overlooking the pristine waters of Lake Michigan
- Torch Lake, one of Michigan's legendary summer destinations, known for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant atmosphere
- The Mackinac Bridge, connecting Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, providing picturesque views of both landmasses
- Traverse City, the heart of Michigan's wine and cherry-producing industry, offers a plethora of culinary delights and serene vineyards

Area Code 231 is a significant telephonic territory within Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It encompasses several cities, townships, and counties with distinct charm and character. With a host of cultural attractions and a landscape of unparalleled beauty, Area Code 231 stands as a testament to the best Michigan offers.

Area Code Zipcodes



Zipcode City State
49304 BALDWIN Michigan
49305 BARRYTON Michigan
49307 BIG RAPIDS Michigan
49309 BITELY Michigan
49309 WOODLAND PARK Michigan
49312 BROHMAN Michigan
49320 CHIPPEWA LAKE Michigan
49322 CORAL Michigan
49327 GRANT Michigan
49329 HOWARD CITY Michigan
49332 MECOSTA Michigan
49336 MORLEY Michigan
49337 CROTON Michigan
49337 NEWAYGO Michigan
49338 PARIS Michigan
49339 PIERSON Michigan
49342 RODNEY Michigan
49346 CANADIAN LAKE Michigan
49346 CANADIAN LAKES Michigan
49346 STANWOOD Michigan
49349 WHITE CLOUD Michigan
49401 ALLENDALE Michigan
49402 BRANCH Michigan
49404 COOPERSVILLE Michigan
49404 COPPERSVILLE Michigan
49404 EASTMANVILLE Michigan
49405 CUSTER Michigan
49410 FOUNTAIN Michigan
49411 FREE SOIL Michigan
49412 FREMONT Michigan
49413 FREMONT Michigan
49413 GERBER PRODUCTS INC Michigan
49415 FRUITPORT Michigan
49420 HART Michigan
49421 HESPERIA Michigan
49425 BRUNSWICK Michigan
49425 HOLTON Michigan
49430 LAMONT Michigan
49431 LUDINGTON Michigan
49435 MARNE Michigan
49436 MEARS Michigan
49436 SILVER LAKE Michigan
49437 MONTAGUE Michigan
49440 MESKEGON Michigan
49440 MUSKEGON Michigan
49441 MESKEGON Michigan
49441 MUSKEGON Michigan
49441 NORTON SHORES Michigan
49441 ROOSEVELT PK Michigan
49442 MESKEGON Michigan
49442 MUSKEGON Michigan
49443 MESKEGON Michigan
49443 MUSKEGON Michigan
49444 MESKEGON Michigan
49444 MUSKEGON Michigan
49444 MUSKEGON HEIGHTS Michigan
49444 MUSKEGON HTS Michigan
49444 NORTON SHORES Michigan
49445 MESKEGON Michigan
49445 MUSKEGON Michigan
49445 N MUSKEGON Michigan
49445 NORTH MUSKEGON Michigan
49446 NEW ERA Michigan
49449 PENTWATER Michigan
49451 RAVENNA Michigan
49452 ROTHBURY Michigan
49454 SCOTTVILLE Michigan
49455 SHELBY Michigan
49457 LAKEWOOD CLUB Michigan
49457 TWIN LAKE Michigan
49458 WALHALLA Michigan
49459 WALKERVILLE Michigan
49461 SYLVAN BEACH Michigan
49461 WHITEHALL Michigan
49463 SYLVAN BEACH Michigan
49463 WABANINGO Michigan
49463 WHITEHALL Michigan
49601 CADILLAC Michigan
49601 HOXEYVILLE Michigan
49610 ACME Michigan
49611 ALBA Michigan
49612 ALDEN Michigan
49613 ARCADIA Michigan
49614 BEAR LAKE Michigan
49614 PIERPORT Michigan
49615 BELLAIRE Michigan
49616 BENZONIA Michigan
49617 BEULAH Michigan
49618 BOON Michigan
49619 BRETHREN Michigan
49620 BUCKLEY Michigan
49621 CEDAR Michigan
49622 CENTRAL LAKE Michigan
49623 CHASE Michigan
49625 COPEMISH Michigan
49626 EASTLAKE Michigan
49627 EASTPORT Michigan
49628 ELBERTA Michigan
49629 ELK RAPIDS Michigan
49630 EMPIRE Michigan
49631 EVART Michigan
49632 FALMOUTH Michigan
49633 FIFE LAKE Michigan
49634 FILER CITY Michigan
49635 FRANKFORT Michigan
49636 GLEN ARBOR Michigan
49637 GRAWN Michigan
49638 HARRIETTA Michigan
49639 HERSEY Michigan
49640 HONOR Michigan
49642 IDLEWILD Michigan
49643 INTERLOCHEN Michigan
49643 KARLIN Michigan
49644 IRONS Michigan
49644 PEACOCK Michigan
49645 KALEVA Michigan
49646 KALKASKA Michigan
49648 KEWADIN Michigan
49649 KINGSLEY Michigan
49650 LAKE ANN Michigan
49651 LAKE CITY Michigan
49651 MOORESTOWN Michigan
49653 LAKE LEELANAU Michigan
49654 LELAND Michigan
49654 NORTH MANITOU Michigan
49654 SOUTH MANITOU Michigan
49655 LE ROY Michigan
49655 LEROY Michigan
49656 LUTHER Michigan
49657 MC BAIN Michigan
49659 MANCELONA Michigan
49660 MANISTEE Michigan
49660 STRONACH Michigan
49663 MANTON Michigan
49664 MAPLE CITY Michigan
49665 MARION Michigan
49666 MAYFIELD Michigan
49667 MERRITT Michigan
49668 MESICK Michigan
49670 NORTH PORT Michigan
49670 NORTHPORT Michigan
49670 NORTHPORT POINT Michigan
49673 OLD MISSION Michigan
49674 OMENA Michigan
49675 ONEKAMA Michigan
49676 RAPID CITY Michigan
49677 REED CITY Michigan
49680 S BOARDMAN Michigan
49680 SOUTH BOARDMAN Michigan
49682 PESHAWBESTOWN Michigan
49682 SUTTONS BAY Michigan
49683 THOMPSONVILLE Michigan
49684 TRAVERSE CITY Michigan
49685 TRAVERSE CITY Michigan
49686 BARLOW Michigan
49686 TRAVERSE CITY Michigan
49688 TUSTIN Michigan
49689 WELLSTON Michigan
49690 WILLIAMSBURG Michigan
49696 TRAVERSE CITY Michigan
49701 MACKINAC CITY Michigan
49701 MACKINAW CITY Michigan
49705 AFTON Michigan
49706 ALANSON Michigan
49711 BAY SHORE Michigan
49711 CHARLEVOIX Michigan
49712 BOYNE CITY Michigan
49713 BOYNE FALLS Michigan
49716 BRUTUS Michigan
49717 BURT LAKE Michigan
49720 CHARLEVOIX Michigan
49721 CHEBOYGAN Michigan
49722 CONWAY Michigan
49723 CROSS VILLAGE Michigan
49727 EAST JORDAN Michigan
49729 ELLSWORTH Michigan
49730 ELMIRA Michigan
49734 GAYLORD Michigan
49735 GAYLORD Michigan
49735 TREETOPS Michigan
49735 TREETOPS VILLAGE Michigan
49735 TREETOPS VLG Michigan
49737 GOOD HART Michigan
49737 HARBOR SPGS Michigan
49737 HARBOR SPRINGS Michigan
49740 HARBOR POINT Michigan
49740 HARBOR SPGS Michigan
49740 HARBOR SPRINGS Michigan
49740 WEQUETONSING Michigan
49749 INDIAN RIVER Michigan
49755 LEVERING Michigan
49761 MULLETT LAKE Michigan
49762 NAUBINWAY Michigan
49764 ODEN Michigan
49769 PELLSTON Michigan
49770 BAY HARBOR Michigan
49770 BAY VIEW Michigan
49770 PETOSKEY Michigan
49782 BEAVER ISLAND Michigan
49782 SAINT JAMES Michigan
49791 TOPINABEE Michigan
49792 TOWER Michigan
49796 WALLOON LAKE Michigan
49797 WATERS Michigan
49799 WOLVERINE Michigan

FAQ


Where is area code 231?

The Area code 231 is located in Michigan and includes the following cities:
  • Muskegon
  • Norton Shores
  • Shelby