Zip Area Code

Area code 253

Area code 253 is a Washington area code, in service since April 27, 1997.

It was created from area code 206.

Local calls are dialed with ten digits; dialing 1 plus ten digits also works.

It is in the Pacific Time zone.

In service since
April 27, 1997
Local dialing
ten digits; dialing 1 plus ten digits also works
Time zone
Pacific Time
ZIP codes
70

Map

Map of the 253 area codeThe shaded area shows where 253 numbers are rated, with the neighboring area codes outlined around it.360509425206TacomaAuburnDes MoinesPuyallupGig HarborGraham
Approximate 253 coverage, drawn from U.S. Census ZIP code areas and NANPA rate centers. Dashed lines are state borders.

Main cities in area code 253

Overlays and neighboring area codes

Neighboring area codes: 360, 509, 425, 206.

Counties in area code 253

Towns in area code 253

And 32 more towns: every town in Washington.