Area code 816
816 is Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, Missouri.
Area code 816 at a glance
- State
- Missouri
- Main cities
- Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, St. Joseph, Blue Springs, Liberty, Raytown, Grandview
- Time zone
- Central Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 975
- In service since
- 1947
975 covers the exact same area as 816 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 816?
Area code 816 covers Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit in Missouri.
What time is it in area code 816?
Area code 816 is in the Central Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 975 the same area as 816?
Yes. 975 is an overlay of 816 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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