Kenner, Louisiana

Where Is Area Code 504?

Area code 504 is in southeastern Louisiana. It serves the New Orleans area, including Kenner, and it is centered in the greater New Orleans region along the lower Mississippi River.

Area code 504 now covers all of Orleans Parish, most of Jefferson Parish, and part of St. Bernard Parish. Major communities in the 504 area include New Orleans, Kenner, Metairie, Gretna, Harahan, Westwego, and Chalmette.

Area code 504 includes well-known landmarks and geographic features in and around New Orleans. These include the French Quarter, the Central Business District, Lake Pontchartrain, and the Mississippi River corridor that runs through the region.

History of Area Code 504

Area code 504 is one of the original North American area codes created in 1947. It originally covered the entire state of Louisiana before later splits reduced its footprint as telephone demand grew.

Area code 504 was split several times as Louisiana added new area codes. Area code 318 took northern and western Louisiana in 1957, area code 225 split off the Baton Rouge area in 1998, and area code 985 split off much of southeastern Louisiana outside New Orleans in 2001. After the 2001 split, 504 remained focused on the New Orleans metropolitan area.

Key Facts About Area Code 504

• Area code 504 is in Louisiana, and its best-known city is New Orleans.
• Area code 504 serves Kenner, a city in Jefferson Parish west of New Orleans.
• Area code 504 is in the Central Time Zone.
• Area code 504 is an original area code established in 1947.
• Area code 504 covers all of Orleans Parish, most of Jefferson Parish, and part of St. Bernard Parish.
• Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is in Kenner, within the 504 area code.
• Major landmarks in the 504 area include the French Quarter, the Mississippi River, and Lake Pontchartrain.
• Tulane University and the University of New Orleans are located in the broader 504 service area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 504 in?

Area code 504 is in Louisiana.

What major cities use area code 504?

Major cities and communities in area code 504 include New Orleans, Kenner, Metairie, Gretna, Harahan, Westwego, and Chalmette.

Is area code 504 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 504 is a geographic area code in southeastern Louisiana.