713 Area Code: Houston
Updated: November 2026. Area code data: NANPA assignments via Simple Wikipedia and areacode.fyi, checked November 2026.
It covers Houston. Overlays 281, 832 and 346 serve the same area.
| Area code | 713 |
|---|---|
| Location | Houston |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| Type | Geographic |
| In service since | 1947 |
| Region | Texas |
Where is 713?
Houston. It covers Houston. Overlays 281, 832 and 346 serve the same area.
Time zone
Area code 713 is in the Central 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
713 is one of the original 1947 area codes for Houston. Overlays 281 (1996), 832 (1999) and 346 (2014) were added later.
How to dial 713
From the United States or Canada, dial 1 + 713 + the 7-digit number. From abroad, dial your international prefix, then 1 + 713 + the number — for example, +1 713 555 0132.
Is a call from 713 a scam?
Scammers can fake any area code, including 713. 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 713?
Houston.
What time zone is area code 713?
Central Time.
Is 713 a toll-free area code?
No. 713 is a regular geographic area code, so calls to it are charged at your normal rate.
How do I call a 713 number from abroad?
Dial your international prefix, then 1 + 713 + the 7-digit number — for example, +1 713 555 0132.
Should I call back an unknown 713 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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