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Area code 213

Area code 213 covers Los Angeles, California. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: California Major City: Los Angeles Pacific Time (PT) Overlay: 213/323/738
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 213?

Area code 213 is assigned to Los Angeles and the surrounding region in California. Calls to numbers that start with 213 are routed to this area.

Area code 213 shares its territory with 323, 738. Because it is an overlay, local calls require dialing all 10 digits.

Counties covered

Los Angeles County

Line types

  • Mobile 38.12%
  • Landline 61.75%
02 / MAP

Area code 213 on the map

The shaded area joins the code’s numbering centers; the marker shows its main city.

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03 / LOCAL TIME

Current time in Los Angeles

This area code is in the Pacific Time (PT) time zone.

Local timeLos Angeles, CA--:--:--

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America/Los_AngelesLive
04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Los Angeles

WITHIN THE US213 XXX XXXX

Always 10 digits — landline, mobile or VoIP. Local, long distance or a different state: the format is always the same. You do not need to dial the 1 first.

FROM ABROAD+1 213 XXX XXXX

Exit codes: 00 Europe/Mexico · 011 Canada · 010 Japan · + universal

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 213 XXX XXXX

Always save the number in international format so messaging apps recognize it correctly:

Call typeTraditional landlineMobile / VoIP
Local (same area code)10 digits10 digits
US long distance1 + 10 digits10 digits
Emergency911911
🌐Universal+1 213 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 213 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 213 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 213 555 0123
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Learn more about that number.

Check the line type and the carrier the number block was originally assigned to.

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05 / CARRIERS

Carriers in area code 213

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

AT&T
35%
Sinch
13%
Bandwidth
8%
Metro by T-Mobile
8%
Fractel
7%
Others
29%

Mobile

T-MOBILE USA
40%
AT&T Mobility
19%
Verizon Wireless
14%
USA Mobility
10%
Sinch
8%
Others
8%

Carrier shown is the original assignment of each number block and may differ today because of number portability.

06 / PREFIXES

Complete list of prefixes for area code 213

787 number blocks (NXX) assigned in this area code.

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(213) 200 Mobile Los Angeles: DA 01 Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - CA
(213) 201 Landline Los Angeles: DA 10 TPx CommunicationsU.S. TELEPACIFIC CORP. DBA TPX COMMUNICATIONS
(213) 202 Landline Los Angeles: DA 01 AT&TPACIFIC BELL
(213) 203 Mobile Los Angeles: DA 01 USA MobilityUSA MOBILITY WIRELESS, INC.
(213) 204 Landline Los Angeles: DA 07 Lumen TechnologiesCENTURYLINK COMMUNICATIONS, LLC
(213) 205 Landline Los Angeles: DA 07 SinchONVOY, LLC - CA
(213) 206 Mobile Los Angeles: DA 01 USA MobilityUSA MOBILITY WIRELESS, INC.
(213) 207 Landline Los Angeles: DA 10 AT&TPACIFIC BELL
(213) 208 Mobile Compton: Gardena DA USA MobilityUSA MOBILITY WIRELESS, INC.
(213) 209 Mobile Los Angeles: DA 01 USA MobilityUSA MOBILITY WIRELESS, INC.

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07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 213

Where is area code 213 used?
Area code 213 serves Los Angeles and the surrounding area in California, including Los Angeles County.
What city is area code 213 from?
The main city of area code 213 is Los Angeles, CA.
What time zone is area code 213 in?
Area code 213 is in the Pacific Time (PT) time zone (America/Los_Angeles).
Is 213 an overlay area code?
Yes. It shares its territory with 323, 738. In an overlay, every call requires dialing all 10 digits.
How do I call a number with area code 213 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 213 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 213 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 213 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 213 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 213?
Most landline blocks belong to AT&T and most mobile blocks to T-MOBILE USA. The carrier shown is the original assignment and may differ today because of number portability.
Is area code 213 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 61.75% of the number blocks are landline, 38.12% mobile.
How do I save a 213 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 213 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 213?
The area code only shows the region a number was assigned to; it does not tell you who is calling. Scammers can fake any area code, so do not share personal or banking information with unknown callers, and let unknown numbers go to voicemail.
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