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Area code 816

Where the 816 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 816 number from anywhere.

CoversBelton, MissouriTime zoneCentral (CT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 816 area code is in Belton, Missouri, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 816 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

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

The 816 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Belton, Missouri. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.

Overlay 816 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.

816975

How to dial a 816 number

From abroad+1 816 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 816 555-0123
Locally (same area)816 555-0123

Cities in the 816 area code

A 816 number is usually in one of these places in Missouri — 5 counties.

Belton CassBlue Springs JacksonGladstoneGrandview JacksonIndependence JacksonKansas City Clay;Jackson;PlatteLee's Summit JacksonLiberty ClayRaytownSaint Joseph Buchanan

Other Missouri area codes

235314417557573636660975

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 816 area code?

The 816 area code is in Belton, Missouri, United States (Central (CT)).

Is 816 an overlay area code?

Yes. 816 overlays the same region as 975, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 816?

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

How do I call a 816 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 816, then the number: +1 816 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 816 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Missed a call from +1 816?

In the 30 days to September 24, 2026, 657 unwanted calls showing a 816 number were reported to the US Federal Trade Commission, 67% of them recorded messages or robocalls. That puts 816 at #120 of 670 area codes reported.

Other257
Medical & prescriptions131
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends70
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)41
Before you call back
  • If you do not know anyone in Missouri, 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 816 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 +1 816 numbers

Phone companies hold blocks of numbers in each area code. The main holders in 816:

Southwestern Bell 221Aerial Communications, Inc. 83Onvoy, LLC 69New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC 59Embarq Missouri, Inc. Dba Centurylink 47Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless 43

About 12.9% of the 800 prefixes in use belong to mobile carriers: a 816 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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