What area code is 318?
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318 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 318
ShreveportShowing 12 of 30 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 318 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 318 region
318 covers Shreveport in Louisiana, including Alexandria, Bastrop, Bossier City, Boyce and Bunkie. The code has been in service since 1957.
318 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Originally used temporarily for the San Francisco Bay Area until 1953. Split of 504; 1999: split to create 337; 2025: overlaid with 457.
Who called me from 318?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 318 does not prove the caller is really in the 318 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 318 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 318?+–
318 is a telephone area code serving Shreveport in Louisiana, United States, in service since 1957.
Where is area code 318 located?+–
It covers Alexandria, Bastrop, Bossier City, Boyce and Bunkie in Louisiana.
What cities are in area code 318?+–
Major communities on record include Alexandria, Bastrop, Bossier City, Boyce and Bunkie, among others. The code's territory spans the Shreveport region of Louisiana.
What time zone is 318?+–
318 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 318 start?+–
318 entered service in 1957. Its history: originally used temporarily for the San Francisco Bay Area until 1953. Split of 504; 1999: split to create 337; 2025: overlaid with 457.
Is 318 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 318 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 318 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 318 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 318 number regardless of where you physically live.