Area code 253
253 is Tacoma, Federal Way, Kent, Washington.
Area code 253 at a glance
- State
- Washington
- Main cities
- Tacoma, Federal Way, Kent, Auburn, Puyallup, Lakewood
- Time zone
- Pacific Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- No overlay — 253 is the only area code here.
- In service since
- 1997
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 253?
Area code 253 covers Tacoma, Federal Way, Kent in Washington.
What time is it in area code 253?
Area code 253 is in the Pacific Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
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