Area Code 318

FTC complaints involving 318 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 318 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Other”, “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”, “Medical & prescriptions”.

Most-complained 318 numbers:

• (318) 225-8213 — 36 complaints
• (318) 359-6370 — 30 complaints
• (318) 746-1250 — 14 complaints
• (318) 262-1450 — 12 complaints
• (318) 262-1827 — 11 complaints

These are FTC Do Not Call complaints filed about specific numbers shown with this area code — frequently spoofed. The area code itself is not a scam. See the most-reported area codes and the most-reported phone numbers nationwide.

Frequently asked questions

Where is area code 318?

Area code 318 covers Shreveport and nearby cities including Bossier City, Alexandria, Ruston in Louisiana, in the Central Time.

What cities use area code 318?

Area code 318 serves Shreveport, Bossier City, Alexandria, Ruston, West Monroe in Louisiana.

What time zone is area code 318 in?

Area code 318 is in the Central Time (America/Chicago).

How do you dial a 318 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 318 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 318 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 318 a scam?

A 318 number is geographically tied to Louisiana, but caller ID can be spoofed, so the displayed area code does not prove where a caller really is. If you did not expect the call, do not share personal information and consider looking the number up.

Is 318 a country code?

No. 318 is a US area code (a domestic 3-digit code), not a country code. The country (calling) code for the United States is +1, shared across the North American Numbering Plan. So a full 318 number written for international dialing looks like +1 318 followed by the 7-digit local number.