Area Code 803

Columbia, South Carolina · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · United States

Area Code
803
City
Columbia, SC
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 803?

Columbia, Rock Hill, Sumter — central South Carolina

SC state capital. University of South Carolina. Fort Jackson.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
ColumbiaRock HillSumterOrangeburg

Time Zone for Area Code 803

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 803?

Area code 803 is located in Columbia, South Carolina (United States). It covers Columbia, Rock Hill, Sumter — central South Carolina.

What time zone is area code 803 in?

Area code 803 (Columbia, South Carolina) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 803 a scam?

Area code 803 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Columbia, South Carolina. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (803), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 803 right now?

Area code 803 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/charlotte/ for the exact current time in Columbia.

When was area code 803 introduced?

Area code 803 was introduced in 1947. SC state capital. University of South Carolina. Fort Jackson.

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