Area code 253
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- Location
- Tacoma, WA, Washington
- Time zone
- Pacific (GMT -8)
- Related area codes
- Related:206
The 253 area code covers Tacoma, WA and nearby Washington communities.
Top 20 253 numbers available right now
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About the 253 area code
Phone numbers that start with 253 are tied to Tacoma, Washington, along with Kent, Federal Way, Auburn, and Lakewood. Residents of the area keep Pacific time.
The split that created this code came in 1997, when it was cut away from area code 206. It still stands on its own, without an overlay partner, and its coverage map has not changed since that original division.
Dialing note: 253 was carved out of the 206 territory and went into service in 1997.
Numbering details on this page (service dates and overlay status) are checked against the NANPA numbering registry. Registry data as of 07/16/2026.
253 phone number FAQ
- How do I get a 253 phone number?
- Pick an available 253 number and sign up for AvoCall. Your new Tacoma, WA number works for calls and texts on your existing phone over WiFi or data. Current web pricing is verified at checkout. There is no second SIM and no new device.
- Where is the 253 area code?
- It serves Tacoma, WA and nearby cities in Washington, including Tacoma, Kent, Federal Way.
- Can I receive verification codes on a 253 number?
- AvoCall 253 numbers support calling and messaging. Verification-text compatibility varies by sender; short-code and 2FA delivery is not guaranteed.