Area Code Lookup
What Area Code Is Houston?
5 area codes serve Houston
Houston is served by area codes 281, 346, 417, 713, 832. It spans Texas and Missouri.
Area Codes Serving Houston
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Houston?
Houston is served by area codes 281, 346, 417, 713, 832.
Why does Houston have multiple area codes?
As demand for phone numbers increased, NANPA added area codes through splits (dividing the region) or overlays (layering a new code over the same geography). Houston now has 5 area codes — 281 and 346 and 417 and 713 and 832 — covering the same or overlapping areas.
How do I call Houston from outside the US?
To call Houston from abroad, dial +1 followed by the area code and 7-digit local number (e.g. +1-281-XXX-XXXX). The +1 is the country code for all NANPA countries.