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Economic Overview
The 447 area code region is characterized by a diverse economy, with strong sectors in agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing. Major employers include the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, State Farm Insurance in Bloomington, and several healthcare systems and agricultural enterprises. The region also has a significant presence of technology startups and research institutions due to the university.
Geographical Overview
Area code 447 serves central Illinois and is an overlay to the existing 217 area code. Key cities include Springfield (the state capital), Champaign, Urbana, Decatur, Bloomington, and Danville. The area encompasses a mix of urban centers, college towns, and rural communities across multiple counties.
Location Info
Area code 447 covers much of central Illinois, stretching from Jacksonville in the west to Danville near the Indiana border in the east, and from Lincoln in the north to Taylorville and Effingham in the south. It includes all or parts of Sangamon, Champaign, Macon, McLean, Vermilion, Christian, and several other counties. The overlay means that both 217 and 447 serve the same geographic region.
Population Demographics
The population within the 447 area code is predominantly White, with growing African American, Hispanic, and Asian communities, especially in the larger cities and college towns. The age distribution is balanced, with a notable student demographic due to major universities, and a mix of urban and rural residents.
Time Zone Info
Area code 447 is located entirely within the Central Time Zone (CT).
Other Area Code Details
Area code 447 was introduced in March 2021 as an overlay to meet growing demand for phone numbers in the central Illinois region. The region is home to Abraham Lincoln historical sites, Big Ten university athletics, and a rich tradition of state politics and midwestern culture.
