Area Code 318

Shreveport, Louisiana · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
318
City
Shreveport, LA
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1957

Where Is Area Code 318?

Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria — northern and central Louisiana

Northern Louisiana. Barksdale Air Force Base in Bossier City.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
ShreveportMonroeAlexandriaBossier City

Time Zone for Area Code 318

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 318?

Area code 318 is located in Shreveport, Louisiana (United States). It covers Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria — northern and central Louisiana.

What time zone is area code 318 in?

Area code 318 (Shreveport, Louisiana) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 318 a scam?

Area code 318 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Shreveport, Louisiana. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (318), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 318 right now?

Area code 318 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/new-orleans/ for the exact current time in Shreveport.

When was area code 318 introduced?

Area code 318 was introduced in 1957. Northern Louisiana. Barksdale Air Force Base in Bossier City.