Area code 317 covers Indianapolis and surrounding central Indiana communities. Established in 1947, it is one of the original area codes and has long served as a statewide symbol of government, business, and sports. The region is now overlaid by area code 463, requiring ten-digit dialing. Indianapolis is a major U.S. hub for logistics, healthcare, motorsports, and state politics. Area code 317 remains highly recognizable and respected, often associated with long-established institutions, civic pride, and the heartbeat of Indiana. It continues to be a key identifier for the state’s capital and its residents.