Area Code 213: Los Angeles, CA Local Numbers

Area code 213 is the original Los Angeles code, in service since 1947 and recognized across Los Angeles.

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213 Quick Facts

Live data

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Region

Los Angeles, CA

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Time Zone

Pacific (PT)

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Major Cities

Los Angeles, Downtown LA, Koreatown

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Overlay For

Area Code 323

Numbers Available

700 numbers available

Area Code 213: Los Angeles, CA Local Numbers

Area code 213 is the original Los Angeles code, in service since 1947 and recognized across Los Angeles.

1,240+ Los Angeles businesses already use Brilo

213 Quick Facts

Live data

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Region

Los Angeles, CA

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Time Zone

Pacific (PT)

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Major Cities

Los Angeles, Downtown LA, Koreatown

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Overlay For

Area Code 323

Numbers Available

700 numbers available

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Feature Answer

What is Area Code 213?

What is Area Code 213?

What is Area Code 213?

What is Area Code 213?

Area code 213 is a North American telephone area code assigned to Los Angeles, with primary coverage across Los Angeles, Downtown LA, Koreatown. It was one of the original NANP codes introduced in 1947, making it among the oldest area codes in the country. The code is local rather than toll-free, and it operates on Pacific Time.

Area code 213 is a North American telephone area code assigned to Los Angeles, with primary coverage across Los Angeles, Downtown LA, Koreatown. It was one of the original NANP codes introduced in 1947, making it among the oldest area codes in the country. The code is local rather than toll-free, and it operates on Pacific Time.

For decades, 213 carried the full numbering load for the area. As demand grew, the FCC added overlay 323 to expand capacity. Today 213 reads as the established Los Angeles number, often associated with long-tenured businesses, institutions, and locals who held their numbers through the transition.

For decades, 213 carried the full numbering load for the area. As demand grew, the FCC added overlay 323 to expand capacity. Today 213 reads as the established Los Angeles number, often associated with long-tenured businesses, institutions, and locals who held their numbers through the transition.

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Los Angeles, CA

Pacific (PT)

700 numbers available

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Est. 1947

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Coverage Data

Cities & Zip Codes in Area Code 213

Cities & Zip Codes in Area Code 213

Cities & Zip Codes in Area Code 213

Below is the coverage map for area code 213, including major cities and zip codes within Los Angeles.

Below is the coverage map for area code 213, including major cities and zip codes within Los Angeles.

213 Area Code City Coverage

Available code

City

County

Zip Codes

Est. Businesses

Burbank

Los Angeles

91501 – 91510

~5,600

Glendale

Los Angeles

91201 – 91210

~7,200

Long Beach

Los Angeles

90802 – 90815

~12,400

Los Angeles

Los Angeles

90001 – 90089

~95,000

Pasadena

Los Angeles

91101 – 91110

~6,800

Santa Monica

Los Angeles

90401 – 90405

~6,400

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Spam Inteligence

Is Area Code 213 Spam?

Is Area Code 213 Spam?

Is Area Code 213 Spam?

We aggregate spam reports from thousands of sources. Here's what the data shows for 213 this month.

213 Spam Activity Score (Last 30 Days)

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

58% of reported US area codes have higher spam activity

📊 Total reports this month

2,713

📞 Top reported prefixes

213-555, 213-739

📈 Trend vs last month

↑ 5% higher

🏆 Trust ranking

Top 33% of US area codes

Business Insight

Why do legitimate businesses still get flagged as spam?

Even with an iconic area code like 213, unknown local numbers still trigger call screening on iPhone and Android. Buyers see "Spam Likely" or no caller ID, and they let the call ring out. The result is missed appointments, lost leads, and slower deals.

Even with an iconic area code like 213, unknown local numbers still trigger call screening on iPhone and Android. Buyers see "Spam Likely" or no caller ID, and they let the call ring out. The result is missed appointments, lost leads, and slower deals.

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Stand out from spam. A Brilo 213 number comes with a verified business profile, AI-powered calling, and live transcripts, so every conversation builds trust from the first ring.

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Why Go local

Why Los Angeles Businesses Choose a 213 Number

Why Los Angeles Businesses Choose a 213 Number

Why Los Angeles Businesses Choose a 213 Number

Why Los Angeles Businesses Choose a 213 Number

1,240+ Los Angeles companies already use Brilo to handle their calls with a local 213 number. A recognizable code earns trust before the conversation even begins.

1,240+ Los Angeles companies already use Brilo to handle their calls with a local 213 number. A recognizable code earns trust before the conversation even begins.

Local vs Other Number Types

📍 Local Number

📍 Local Number

83% answer rate

83% answer rate

📞 Toll-Free 800 Number

📞 Toll-Free 800 Number

31% answer rate

31% answer rate

📱 Out-of-State Number

📱 Out-of-State Number

18% answer rate

18% answer rate

❓ Unknown / VoIP

❓ Unknown / VoIP

8% answer rate

8% answer rate

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Local Trust Signal

Los Angeles customers answer a 213 call 4.3x more often than an out-of-state number, the kind of edge a local code reliably delivers.

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Common Questions, Clear Answers

Common Questions, Clear Answers

Everything you need to know before your first call goes live.

Everything you need to know before your first call goes live.

Who uses area code 213?

Who uses area code 213?

Is 213 a toll-free number?

Is 213 a toll-free number?

Can I get a 213 number if my business isn't in California?

Can I get a 213 number if my business isn't in California?

What area code is 213 from?

What area code is 213 from?

Is a 213 number associated with spam?

Is a 213 number associated with spam?

How do I set up a 213 number with AI calling?

How do I set up a 213 number with AI calling?

What is the difference between 213 and 323?

What is the difference between 213 and 323?

Do I need to dial the area code for local calls within 213?

Do I need to dial the area code for local calls within 213?

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