Area code 502
Area code 502 serves Louisville and nearby parts of Kentucky, including Frankfort, Shelbyville and Georgetown. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 502 at a glance
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Main city | Louisville |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 502
- Louisville
- Frankfort
- Shelbyville
- Georgetown
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 502 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 502 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 502 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Questions about 502
What time zone is area code 502?
Area code 502 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 502?
Area code 502 is in Kentucky. Its main city is Louisville, and it also covers Frankfort, Shelbyville and Georgetown.
What are the legal hours to call a 502 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.