213 Area Code: Los Angeles (central)
Updated: November 2026. Area code data: NANPA assignments via Simple Wikipedia and areacode.fyi, checked November 2026.
It covers central Los Angeles. The overlay 323 covers much of the same area, and 738 was added most recently.
| Area code | 213 |
|---|---|
| Location | Los Angeles (central) |
| Time zone | Pacific Time |
| Type | Geographic |
| In service since | 1947 |
| Region | California |
Where is 213?
Los Angeles (central). It covers central Los Angeles. The overlay 323 covers much of the same area, and 738 was added most recently.
Time zone
Area code 213 is in the Pacific Time zone. The best time to call is generally between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. local time. Use our best time to call tool to compare it with your own time.
History
213 is one of the original 1947 area codes for southern California. Splits over the decades created 714, 805, 818, 310 and 323; in 2017 it merged with 323 into one overlay complex, and 738 was added in 2024.
How to dial 213
From the United States or Canada, dial 1 + 213 + the 7-digit number. From abroad, dial your international prefix, then 1 + 213 + the number — for example, +1 213 555 0132.
Is a call from 213 a scam?
Scammers can fake any area code, including 213. A number that looks local is not proof of who is calling. Never share passwords, verification codes or payment details with an unexpected caller; hang up and call the company back on a number from its official website. Report scam calls at reportfraud.ftc.gov, and forward spam texts to 7726.
Report scam calls at reportfraud.ftc.gov, forward spam texts to 7726, and register on the National Do Not Call Registry at donotcall.gov.
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FAQs
What city is area code 213?
Los Angeles (central).
What time zone is area code 213?
Pacific Time.
Is 213 a toll-free area code?
No. 213 is a regular geographic area code, so calls to it are charged at your normal rate.
How do I call a 213 number from abroad?
Dial your international prefix, then 1 + 213 + the 7-digit number — for example, +1 213 555 0132.
Should I call back an unknown 213 number?
Only if you are expecting the call. If you do not recognise the number, look the company up independently instead of calling back — scammers often hope a callback will connect you to a premium-rate or phishing line.
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