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214 area code

Where the 214 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 214 number from anywhere.

CoversDallas, TexasTime zoneCentral (CT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 214 area code is in Dallas, Texas, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 214 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateTexas
Main areaDallas
Time zoneCentral (CT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 214 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Dallas, Texas. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.

Overlay 214 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

214469945972

How to dial a 214 number

From abroad+1 214 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 214 555-0123
Locally (same area)214 555-0123

Cities in the 214 area code

A 214 number is usually in one of these places in Texas — 8 counties.

Allen CollinArlington TarrantCarrollton Dallas;DentonCedar Hill DallasCoppell DallasDallas Collin;DallasDeSoto DallasDuncanville DallasFarmers BranchFlower Mound DentonFrisco Collin;DentonGarland DallasGrand Prairie DallasIrving DallasLancaster DallasLewisville DentonMcKinney CollinMesquite DallasPlano CollinRichardson DallasRowlett DallasThe Colony DentonUniversity ParkWaxahachie Ellis

Other Texas area codes

210254281325346361409430432469512621682713726737

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 214 area code?

The 214 area code is in Dallas, Texas, United States (Central (CT)).

Is 214 an overlay area code?

Yes. 214 overlays the same region as 469, 945, 972, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 214?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 214 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 214, then the number: +1 214 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 214 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 214

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 799 prefixes are in use in 214, shared by 34 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Southwestern Bell27735%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC11014%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.719%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless506%
Metropcs, Inc.415%
Onvoy, LLC344%

Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.

Complaints about 214 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
1,149
Recorded messages or robocalls
51%
Rank among area codes
#29 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (626)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (206)
Medical & prescriptions (108)

Period Aug 26 – Sep 24, 2026. These are the numbers shown on the caller ID of the reported calls; many are spoofed and do not belong to the real caller.

Source: US Federal Trade Commission, Do Not Call reported calls data (daily files).

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