Area code 318
318 is Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Area code 318 at a glance
- State
- Louisiana
- Main cities
- Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria, Bossier City, Ruston, West Monroe, Natchitoches, Minden
- Time zone
- Central Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 457
- In service since
- 1957
457 covers the exact same area as 318 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 318?
Area code 318 covers Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria in Louisiana.
What time is it in area code 318?
Area code 318 is in the Central Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 457 the same area as 318?
Yes. 457 is an overlay of 318 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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