Area code 985
Area code 985 serves Houma and nearby parts of Louisiana, including Hammond, Slidell and Mandeville. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 985 at a glance
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Main city | Houma |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 985
- Houma
- Hammond
- Slidell
- Mandeville
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 985 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 985 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 985 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 985
What time zone is area code 985?
Area code 985 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 985?
Area code 985 is in Louisiana. Its main city is Houma, and it also covers Hammond, Slidell and Mandeville.
What are the legal hours to call a 985 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.