Area Code 206

Seattle, Washington · PST/PDT (UTC-8)

Area Code
206
City
Seattle, WA
Time Zone
PST/PDT
UTC Offset
UTC-8 (UTC-7 DST)
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Coverage Area

Seattle city proper and immediate surrounding area

Original 1947 area code. Seattle suburbs use 425 and 253.

Major Cities
SeattleMercer IslandBainbridge Island

Time Zone Details

Standard Time
PST (UTC-8)
Daylight Time
PDT (UTC-7)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 206?

Area code 206 is in Seattle, Washington. It covers Seattle city proper and immediate surrounding area.

What time zone is area code 206?

Area code 206 (Seattle, Washington) is in the PST/PDT time zone (UTC-8 standard time, UTC-7 during Daylight Saving Time).

Is area code 206 a scam?

Area code 206 itself is legitimate — it serves Seattle, Washington. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from 206, verify the caller's identity before sharing personal information. Legitimate businesses in Seattle will use this code.

What time is it in area code 206 right now?

Area code 206 (Seattle) is in the PST/PDT zone. Check the live clock at whattime.city/seattle/ for the current time.