Area codes in Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles, California uses 3 area codes — 213, 323 and 738. The main Los Angeles area code is 213.

Area codes serving Los Angeles

Phone numbers in Los Angeles are written as ten digits — for example (213) 555-0190 — and fall in the Pacific Time zone.

How Los Angeles came to have 3 area codes

The original Los Angeles area code is 213, in service since 1947. As the area ran low on available numbers, overlay codes were added over the same region for new phone lines: 323 (1998) and 738 (2024). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Los Angeles now uses all 3 codes and every local call is dialed with ten digits.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the area code for Los Angeles?

The main area code for Los Angeles, California is 213. Los Angeles is now served by 3 area codes in total: 213, 323, 738.

How many area codes does Los Angeles have?

Los Angeles has 3 area codes: 213, 323, 738.

Why does Los Angeles have more than one area code?

As Los Angeles used up the numbers available in its original area code (213, in service since 1947), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

How do you dial a Los Angeles number?

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (213 or 323 or 738) followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1, then the area code and number.

Sourced from the official NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administrator) numbering database, current as of August 2, 2026. Refreshed monthly.