Area code 616 serves Grand Rapids and parts of western Michigan. It was one of the original area codes from 1947 and has a legacy tied to the region’s Dutch heritage and manufacturing base. Grand Rapids, known for furniture production and medical innovation, anchors the region. 616 still stands alone without overlays, so seven-digit dialing is generally allowed for local calls. The code is a point of regional pride and a marker of West Michigan’s economic and cultural significance.