Area Code 948 Phone Number
for Your Business
Get a local 948 number for your business in Virginia Beach, VA. Cloud VoIP with SMS, an auto attendant (IVR), and more — starting at $30/ext/mo. No contracts.
What Is Area Code 948?
Area code 948 is a North American telephone area code serving Virginia Beach, Virginia and 1 other city in the region. It has been in service since May 9, 2022 and operates on Eastern Time. It is part of the 757/948 overlay complex. Businesses operating in the 948 area code region use local numbers to build trust with customers, improve answer rates, and establish a professional local presence.
With Zonitel, you can get a new 948 area code number or port your existing one with guided onboarding — no hardware required. Your team can make and receive calls from any device using the Zonitel mobile app or web portal.
Area Code 948 at a Glance
- Region
- Virginia Beach / Norfolk / Hampton Roads (overlay), Virginia
- In service
- Since May 9, 2022
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Overlay
- Shares its territory with 757; local calls use 10-digit dialing
- History
- Added on May 9, 2022 as an overlay of 757
- Telemarketing hours
- 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time for residential numbers (TCPA, 47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1))
Cities Served by Area Code 948
Why Your Business Needs a 948 Local Number
A local number tells customers you're part of the community. People in Virginia Beach are more likely to pick up a call from a 948 number they recognize than from an unfamiliar out-of-area number.
Everything Included With Your 948 Number
Zonitel is not just a phone number — it's a complete cloud business phone system. Every plan includes:
Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 948
What cities use area code 948?
Area code 948 serves the Virginia Beach / Norfolk / Hampton Roads (overlay) area of Virginia. Cities in the 948 region include Virginia Beach, VA; Norfolk, VA.
Is area code 948 an overlay?
Yes. 948 is part of the 757/948 overlay, so new numbers in this region can come from any of those area codes, and local calls require 10-digit dialing.
What time zone is area code 948 in?
Area code 948 is in Eastern Time. Telemarketing calls to residential 948 numbers are limited to 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time under the TCPA (47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1)).
Can I get a 948 number for my business without moving there?
Yes. With Zonitel's cloud VoIP, you can get a 948 area code number regardless of where your business is physically located. This lets you establish a local presence in Virginia Beach without a physical office.
Can I keep my existing 948 number and switch to Zonitel?
Yes. Number porting is free. Porting commonly takes 5–10 business days depending on your current carrier, and your old service stays active until the coordinated cutover.
How much does a 948 business phone number cost?
Zonitel plans start at $30/extension/month plus tax, with no setup fees and no contracts. Your 948 local number is included in the plan.
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