Area Code 203

New Haven, Connecticut · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · United States

Area Code
203
City
New Haven, CT
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 203?

New Haven, Bridgeport, Stamford, Waterbury — southwestern Connecticut

Original 1947 code. Home to Yale University in New Haven.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
New HavenBridgeportStamfordWaterburyDanbury

Time Zone for Area Code 203

Standard Time
EST (UTC-5)
Daylight Time
EDT (UTC-4)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/New_York

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 203?

Area code 203 is located in New Haven, Connecticut (United States). It covers New Haven, Bridgeport, Stamford, Waterbury — southwestern Connecticut.

What time zone is area code 203 in?

Area code 203 (New Haven, Connecticut) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 203 a scam?

Area code 203 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving New Haven, Connecticut. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (203), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 203 right now?

Area code 203 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/new-york/ for the exact current time in New Haven.

When was area code 203 introduced?

Area code 203 was introduced in 1947. Original 1947 code. Home to Yale University in New Haven.

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