Area Code 254 Location

Area Code 254 — Eastland, Texas

Area code 254 serves a wide stretch of Central Texas, reaching from the I-35 corridor around Waco, Temple, and Killeen westward to communities like Eastland near I-20. It covers a mix of city centers, small towns, colleges, and military sites, all within the Central Time Zone (CT). Eastland sits on the western edge of the service area, linking ranch country and the Cross Timbers with the busy Waco–Temple–Killeen region. This makes 254 important for both local businesses and everyday callers across central Texas.

Key cities and landmarks in 254 include:

• Waco (home of Baylor University and the Magnolia Silos)
• Killeen and Harker Heights (adjacent to Fort Cavazos, the U.S. Army post)
• Temple and Belton (near Belton Lake and major medical centers)
• Copperas Cove and Gatesville
• Stephenville (home of Tarleton State University)
• Hillsboro and Clifton
• Eastland, Cisco, and Ranger

“Area code 254 was created on November 4, 1997, in a split from 817.” — North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA)

Established to handle growth in central Texas, 254 ties together education, defense, health care, and agriculture across several counties. Eastland, Texas, adds a bit of lore to the map: it’s known for “Old Rip,” the famous Texas horned lizard linked to the Eastland County Courthouse. If you see a call with a 254 area code, it’s typically coming from this Central Texas region. For calls to the U.S., dial +1 254 followed by the seven-digit local phone number.