What area code is 254?
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254 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 254
Waco5 communities on record for 254.
Where 254 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 254 region
254 covers Waco in Texas, including Killeen, Temple, Belton and Stephenville. The code has been in service since 1997.
254 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 817.
Who called me from 254?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 254 does not prove the caller is really in the 254 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 254 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 254?+–
254 is a telephone area code serving Waco in Texas, United States, in service since 1997.
Where is area code 254 located?+–
It covers Bell County, Bosque County, Callahan County and other counties, including Killeen, Temple, Belton and Stephenville in Texas.
What cities are in area code 254?+–
Major communities on record include Killeen, Temple, Belton and Stephenville. The code's territory spans the Waco region of Texas.
What time zone is 254?+–
254 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 254 start?+–
254 entered service in 1997. Its history: split of 817.
Is 254 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 254 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 254 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 254 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 254 number regardless of where you physically live.