214 Area Code
Covers Dallas and nearby communities in Texas.
(214) 555-0142Area code 214 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 214, centered on Dallas, Texas
32.7767, -96.7970
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 214 coverage map — centered on Dallas. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
Area code 214 is a telephone area code in Texas, anchored on Dallas. It reaches roughly 1.3 million people across places such as Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Mesquite and more. The region observes Central time, so a number like (214) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. One of Dallas's original 1947 codes; the metro is now served by a tight overlay complex of 214, 469, 972 and 945. It shares its territory with the overlay codes 469, 972, 945, which sit on the exact same map. Because the 214 region uses more than one area code, you must dial all ten digits — area code included — even for a local call. You do not, however, need to dial a leading 1 for calls within the US and Canada. Keep reading for the current local time in Dallas, a map of the 214 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 214 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 214
Cities & neighborhoods
- Dallas
- Highland Park
- University Park
- Mesquite
- Garland
- Richardson
- Irving
Counties
- Dallas County
- Collin County
- Rockwall County
Looking for the broader picture? See all Texas area codes.
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 214’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 214 a scam?
Because 214 covers a dense metro around Dallas, it's a common source of both real business calls and spam. Legitimate 214 calls come from local businesses, offices and neighbors; scam calls in this region tend to imitate delivery services, banks and utilities. Remember that caller ID is trivially spoofed — a scammer anywhere can make a 214 number appear on your screen — so the area code alone never proves a call is genuinely local.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 214 number from abroad
Every 214 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 214 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 214 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 214 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 214 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 214 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 214 555-0142.
Reverse phone lookup
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Area code 214: frequently asked questions
Where is the 214 area code located?
The 214 area code is located in Texas, centered on Dallas. It covers Dallas County, Collin County, Rockwall County and nearby communities including Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Mesquite, Garland, Richardson.
What time zone is 214 in?
Area code 214 is in the Central time zone (UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Dallas on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 214?
Cities and areas that use 214 include Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Mesquite, Garland, Richardson. Its primary city is Dallas, TX.
Do I need to dial 1 before 214?
For calls within the US, you do not need to dial a leading 1, but you do need all ten digits: 214 plus the seven-digit number. The 214 area requires ten-digit dialing because more than one area code serves it.
Is 214 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 214 is a normal geographic area code for Dallas, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 214 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 214?
Area code 214 is overlaid by 469, 972, 945, meaning those codes cover the same geographic area.