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Area code 213

Where the 213 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 213 number from anywhere.

CoversLos Angeles, CaliforniaTime zonePacific (PT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 213 area code is in Los Angeles, California, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 213 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateCalifornia
Main areaLos Angeles
Time zonePacific (PT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 213 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Los Angeles, California. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.

Overlay 213 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

213323738

How to dial a 213 number

From abroad+1 213 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 213 555-0123
Locally (same area)213 555-0123

Cities in the 213 area code

A 213 number is usually in one of these places in California — 1 county.

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Other California area codes

209279310323341350357369408415424442510530559562

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 213 area code?

The 213 area code is in Los Angeles, California, United States (Pacific (PT)).

Is 213 an overlay area code?

Yes. 213 overlays the same region as 323, 738, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 213?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 213 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 213, then the number: +1 213 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 213 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Missed a call from +1 213?

In the 30 days to September 24, 2026, 751 unwanted calls showing a 213 number were reported to the US Federal Trade Commission, 45% of them recorded messages or robocalls. That puts 213 at #92 of 670 area codes reported.

Other285
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends105
Dropped call or no message94
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)77
Before you call back
  • If you do not know anyone in California, do not call back: a genuine caller will leave a message or send a text.
  • Scammers fake the number shown on caller ID, so a 213 number can hide a caller anywhere in the world.
  • Never give a code received by text or a bank detail to an unknown caller. In the US, calls can be reported at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Who issues +1 213 numbers

Phone companies hold blocks of numbers in each area code. The main holders in 213:

Pacific Bell 138T-Mobile USA, Inc. 120Onvoy, LLC 65New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC 58Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless 44Bandwidth.Com CLEC, LLC 41

About 28.6% of the 800 prefixes in use belong to mobile carriers: a 213 number is often a cell phone, and it may have moved to another carrier since.

Sources: FTC Do Not Call reported calls (numbers as reported by consumers, not verified), NANPA central office code assignments.

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