Area code 816
Area code 816 serves Kansas City and nearby parts of Missouri, including Independence, Lee's Summit and Blue Springs. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 816 at a glance
| State | Missouri (MO) |
| Main city | Kansas City |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 816
- Kansas City
- Independence
- Lee's Summit
- Blue Springs
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 an 816 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 an 816 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 816 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 816
What time zone is area code 816?
Area code 816 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 816?
Area code 816 is in Missouri. Its main city is Kansas City, and it also covers Independence, Lee's Summit and Blue Springs.
What are the legal hours to call an 816 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.