Area code 708 serves Chicago’s southern and western suburbs, including cities like Oak Lawn, Cicero, and Oak Park. Introduced in 1989 from a split with 312, it has since been divided further to create 630 and 847. The 708 area remains a key part of the Chicago metropolitan landscape, with a mix of historic neighborhoods, commercial centers, and diverse communities. The code is associated with both industrial heritage and suburban development. Ten-digit dialing is required due to overlays in the region. 708 continues to be a strong identifier for the near-Chicago suburbs.