Ponchatoula, Louisiana

Central Time Zone (UTC-6) · LA ·

About Area Codes in Ponchatoula, Louisiana

Ponchatoula, Louisiana is served by area code 985, which was established in 2001 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Central time zone (UTC-6). All calls to and from Ponchatoula use the 985 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What area code is Ponchatoula, Louisiana?
Ponchatoula, Louisiana uses area code 985.
What time zone is Ponchatoula in?
Ponchatoula is in the Central time zone (UTC-6).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Ponchatoula?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Ponchatoula. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 985 created?
Area code 985 was established in 2001 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 985 with Ponchatoula?
Other cities sharing area code 985 with Ponchatoula include Bogalusa, Covington, Hammond, Houma, Mandeville, among others.

Ponchatoula, LA · Central Time Zone