Area code 254
Area code 254 serves Waco and nearby parts of Texas, including Killeen, Temple and Belton. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 254 at a glance
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Main city | Waco |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 254
- Waco
- Killeen
- Temple
- Belton
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 254 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 254 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 254 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Questions about 254
What time zone is area code 254?
Area code 254 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 254?
Area code 254 is in Texas. Its main city is Waco, and it also covers Killeen, Temple and Belton.
What are the legal hours to call a 254 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.