Lakewood, Washington
Pacific Time Zone (UTC-8) · WA · —
About Area Codes in Lakewood, Washington
Lakewood, Washington is served by area code 253, which was established in 1997 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Pacific time zone (UTC-8). All calls to and from Lakewood use the 253 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
Other cities in area code 253
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Lakewood, Washington?
Lakewood, Washington uses area code 253.
What time zone is Lakewood in?
Lakewood is in the Pacific time zone (UTC-8).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Lakewood?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Lakewood. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 253 created?
Area code 253 was established in 1997 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 253 with Lakewood?
Other cities sharing area code 253 with Lakewood include Auburn, Bonney Lake, Federal Way, Kent, Parkland, among others.
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Lakewood, WA · Pacific Time Zone