Area Code 816

Kansas City, Missouri · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
816
City
Kansas City, MO
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 816?

Kansas City, Independence, Blue Springs — Jackson County MO

Original 1947 code. BBQ capital. Jazz heritage. Chiefs & Royals.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
Kansas CityIndependenceBlue SpringsLee's Summit

Time Zone for Area Code 816

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 816?

Area code 816 is located in Kansas City, Missouri (United States). It covers Kansas City, Independence, Blue Springs — Jackson County MO.

What time zone is area code 816 in?

Area code 816 (Kansas City, Missouri) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 816 a scam?

Area code 816 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Kansas City, Missouri. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (816), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 816 right now?

Area code 816 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/kansas-city/ for the exact current time in Kansas City.

When was area code 816 introduced?

Area code 816 was introduced in 1947. Original 1947 code. BBQ capital. Jazz heritage. Chiefs & Royals.