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Area code 713

Where the 713 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 713 number from anywhere.

CoversHouston, TexasTime zoneCentral (CT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 713 area code is in Houston, Texas, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 713 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateTexas
Main areaHouston
Time zoneCentral (CT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 713 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Houston, Texas. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.

Overlay 713 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.

713281346621832

How to dial a 713 number

From abroad+1 713 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 713 555-0123
Locally (same area)713 555-0123

Cities in the 713 area code

A 713 number is usually in one of these places in Texas — 5 counties.

Alvin BrazoriaAtascocitaBaytown HarrisChannelview HarrisCloverleafDeer Park HarrisFriendswood GalvestonLa Porte HarrisLeague City GalvestonMission BendMissouri City Fort BendPasadena HarrisPearland BrazoriaRosenberg Fort BendSouth Houston HarrisSpring Harris;MontgomerySugar Land Fort BendThe Woodlands

Other Texas area codes

210214254281325346361409430432469512621682726737

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 713 area code?

The 713 area code is in Houston, Texas, United States (Central (CT)).

Is 713 an overlay area code?

Yes. 713 overlays the same region as 281, 346, 621, 832, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 713?

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

How do I call a 713 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 713, then the number: +1 713 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 713 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Missed a call from +1 713?

In the 30 days to September 24, 2026, 1,259 unwanted calls showing a 713 number were reported to the US Federal Trade Commission, 65% of them recorded messages or robocalls. That puts 713 at #18 of 670 area codes reported.

Other425
Medical & prescriptions243
Dropped call or no message164
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends147
Before you call back
  • If you do not know anyone in Texas, 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 713 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 +1 713 numbers

Phone companies hold blocks of numbers in each area code. The main holders in 713:

Southwestern Bell 470Spok, Inc. 62New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC 55Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless 38Onvoy, LLC 25Aerial Communications, Inc. 24

About 11.6% of the 799 prefixes in use belong to mobile carriers: a 713 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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