Tampa, Florida

Where Is Area Code 813?

Area code 813 is in west-central Florida and serves the Tampa area. It is part of the North American Numbering Plan and covers most of Hillsborough County.

Area code 813 includes Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Plant City. It also serves many unincorporated communities in Hillsborough County, including Brandon, Town 'n' Country, and Carrollwood.

Area code 813 covers the urban core on the east side of Tampa Bay. Notable places in the 813 area include downtown Tampa, Port Tampa Bay, the University of South Florida, and Tampa International Airport.

History of Area Code 813

Area code 813 was created in 1953 when Florida area code 305 was split. It originally covered a much larger part of southwestern Florida than it does today.

Area code 813 was reduced several times as demand for phone numbers grew. Area code 941 split from 813 in 1996, and area code 727 split from 813 in 1998. In 2022, area code 656 began overlaying 813 in the same service area, which made 10-digit dialing mandatory for local calls.

Key Facts About Area Code 813

• Area code 813 is in Florida, and its main city is Tampa.
• Area code 813 serves most of Hillsborough County in the Eastern Time Zone.
• Area code 813 was created in 1953 from a split of Florida area code 305.
• Area code 813 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free code.
• Area code 941 split from area code 813 in 1996.
• Area code 727 split from area code 813 in 1998.
• Area code 656 overlaid area code 813 on February 22, 2022.
• Notable institutions and landmarks in the 813 area include the University of South Florida, Tampa International Airport, and Port Tampa Bay.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 813 in?

Area code 813 is in Florida.

What major cities use area code 813?

Area code 813 serves Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Plant City, along with nearby communities in Hillsborough County.

Is area code 813 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 813 is a geographic area code for the Tampa, Florida area.