Area code 318
Area code 318 serves Shreveport and nearby parts of Louisiana, including Bossier City, Monroe and Alexandria. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 318 at a glance
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Main city | Shreveport |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 318
- Shreveport
- Bossier City
- Monroe
- Alexandria
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 318 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 318 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 318 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 318
What time zone is area code 318?
Area code 318 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 318?
Area code 318 is in Louisiana. Its main city is Shreveport, and it also covers Bossier City, Monroe and Alexandria.
What are the legal hours to call a 318 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.