The area code 316 is located in Wichita, Kansas.
Area code 316 serves Wichita, Kansas, and nearby suburbs in south-central Kansas. Established in 1947 as one of the original North American area codes, it now centers on the Wichita metro after later splits. The code covers Kansas’s largest city on the Arkansas River, a major hub for aviation, healthcare, and education. Locals and visitors alike link 316 to Wichita’s aviation heritage and its proud nickname, the “Air Capital of the World.”
“Area code 316 was assigned in 1947 as part of the original North American Numbering Plan.” — North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA)
Area code 316 primarily covers Sedgwick County and parts of nearby counties such as Butler and Sumner. It includes Wichita and many fast-growing suburbs, making it a clear marker for south-central Kansas phone numbers. Key cities and communities in 316 include:
Landmarks within the 316 area code include Wichita State University, INTRUST Bank Arena, Exploration Place, the Keeper of the Plains, and Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport.
Originally, 316 covered much of southern and western Kansas, but in 2001 the 620 area code split off, leaving 316 focused on the Wichita metro. “Wichita is the largest city in Kansas,” according to the U.S. Census Bureau, reinforcing the area code’s statewide importance. The region sits on key routes like I‑135 and U.S. 54/400, which link downtown Wichita with suburbs, industry, and the airport. Today, 316 phone numbers signal strong local ties to Wichita’s business centers, neighborhoods, and aviation roots.