Question 1

What is the area code for Tampa?

Accepted Answer

The main area code for Tampa, Florida is 813. Tampa is now served by 4 area codes in total: 813, 727, 863, 656.

Question 2

How many area codes does Tampa have?

Accepted Answer

Tampa has 4 area codes: 813, 727, 863, 656.

Question 3

Why does Tampa have more than one area code?

Accepted Answer

As Tampa used up the numbers available in its original area code (813, in service since 1953), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

Question 4

How do you dial a Tampa number?

Accepted Answer

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (813 or 727 or 863 or 656) followed by the 7-digit local number. From outside the U.S., dial +1, then the area code and number.

Area codes in Tampa, Florida

Area codes serving Tampa