Area Code 254

Killeen, Texas · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
254
City
Killeen, TX
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1997

Where Is Area Code 254?

Killeen, Waco, Temple — central Texas

Home to Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood), one of the largest US military bases.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
KilleenWacoTempleCopperas Cove

Time Zone for Area Code 254

Standard Time
CST (UTC-6)
Daylight Time
CDT (UTC-5)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 254?

Area code 254 is located in Killeen, Texas (United States). It covers Killeen, Waco, Temple — central Texas.

What time zone is area code 254 in?

Area code 254 (Killeen, Texas) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 254 a scam?

Area code 254 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Killeen, Texas. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (254), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 254 right now?

Area code 254 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/dallas/ for the exact current time in Killeen.

When was area code 254 introduced?

Area code 254 was introduced in 1997. Home to Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood), one of the largest US military bases.