Area Code 213

Los Angeles, California · PST/PDT (UTC-8)

Area Code
213
City
Los Angeles, CA
Time Zone
PST/PDT
UTC Offset
UTC-8 (UTC-7 DST)
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Coverage Area

Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Echo Park, Silver Lake, Koreatown, Boyle Heights

One of the original 1947 area codes. Covers the historic core of Los Angeles. Overlaid by 323 in 1998 for surrounding neighborhoods. 213 remains the prestige downtown LA code.

Major Cities
Downtown LAHollywoodEcho ParkSilver LakeKoreatown

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 213?

Area code 213 is in Los Angeles, California. It covers Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Echo Park, Silver Lake, Koreatown, Boyle Heights.

What time zone is area code 213?

Area code 213 (Los Angeles, California) is in the PST/PDT time zone (UTC-8 standard time, UTC-7 during Daylight Saving Time).

Is area code 213 a scam?

Area code 213 itself is legitimate — it serves Los Angeles, California. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from 213, verify the caller's identity before sharing personal information. Legitimate businesses in Los Angeles will use this code.

What time is it in area code 213 right now?

Area code 213 (Los Angeles) is in the PST/PDT zone. Check the live clock at whattime.city/los-angeles/ for the current time.