318 Area Code

The 318 area code is a telephone area code in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) serving the northern and central regions of Louisiana, USA. Established in 1957, it was created as a split from the original 504 area code. The 318 area code covers a large geographic region that includes both urban cities and rural communities, making it one of the most significant numbering zones in Louisiana.

Understanding the 318 Area Code

The 318 area code connects residents, businesses, and organizations across northern and central Louisiana. It includes major cultural, educational, and commercial hubs such as Shreveport, Monroe, and Alexandria. With no overlays currently in place, 318 continues to serve as the sole area code for this region, allowing for 7-digit local dialing within its boundaries.

318 Area Code Map and Geographic Location

The 318 area code map covers a wide section of Louisiana stretching from the Texas border in the west to the Mississippi border in the east. It includes vibrant cities, small towns, and rural communities. The area is known for its rich southern culture, Cajun and Creole influences, and significant historic landmarks.

All Major Cities and Regions in the 318 Area Code

Shreveport
Monroe
Alexandria
Bossier City
Natchitoches
Ruston
Pineville
West Monroe
Minden
Bastrop

ZIP Codes within the 318 Telephone Zone (Examples)

71101 - Shreveport
71105 - Shreveport
71201 - Monroe
71291 - West Monroe
71301 - Alexandria
71360 - Pineville
71457 - Natchitoches
71270 - Ruston
71055 - Minden
71220 - Bastrop

Time Zone

The 318 area code is located in the Central Time Zone (CT), observing Central Standard Time (CST, UTC-6) and Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5) during daylight saving time.

Dialing, Phone & Service Details

Local dialing: 7-digit dialing is available within the 318 region.
Long-distance calls within the USA: Dial 1 + 318 + 7-digit number.
International calls: Dial your country�s exit code + 1 + 318 + 7-digit number.
Services: Used for landlines, mobile phones, VoIP, and business telecommunication services.

Why the 318 Area Code Matters

The 318 area code represents northern and central Louisiana, a region known for its Red River heritage, universities, southern cuisine, music, and commerce. Shreveport is a hub for the entertainment industry, while Monroe and Alexandria play key roles in education, health, and trade. The 318 prefix is an identity marker for businesses and residents of Louisiana.

What area code is 318? / Where�s area code 318?

What area code is 318? � 318 is the telephone area code for northern and central Louisiana.

Where�s area code 318? � It is located in Louisiana, USA, covering cities such as Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria, Bossier City, and Natchitoches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about 318 Area Code

What is the 318 area code?

318 is the area code for northern and central Louisiana.

When was the 318 area code created?

It was created in 1957 as a split from the 504 area code.

Where is area code 318 located?

It covers northern and central Louisiana, including Shreveport, Monroe, and Alexandria.

What time zone is 318 in?

The 318 area code follows Central Time (CST/CDT).

Does 318 have an overlay?

No. The 318 area code does not currently have an overlay.

Which cities are included in 318?

Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria, Bossier City, Ruston, Natchitoches, and Pineville are among the major cities.

Feature	Details
Area Code	318
State	Louisiana
Primary Cities	Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria
Region Covered	Northern and Central Louisiana
Established	1957
Overlay	None
Time Zone	Central Time (CST/CDT)
ZIP Examples	71101, 71201, 71301, 71270, 71457
Services	Landline, mobile, VoIP, business telecom
Dialing	7-digit local, or +1 318 NXX XXXX internationally
Country	United States of America

Ares Code	Office / Place	Address
318 Area Code	Louisiana State University Shreveport (LSUS)	1 University Pl, Shreveport, LA 71115
318 Area Code	Centenary College of Louisiana	2911 Centenary Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71104
318 Area Code	University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM)	700 University Ave, Monroe, LA 71209
318 Area Code	Louisiana Tech University	305 Wisteria St, Ruston, LA 71272
318 Area Code	Northwestern State University	175 Sam Sibley Dr, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA)	8100 US-71, Alexandria, LA 71302
318 Area Code	Louisiana College	1140 College Dr, Pineville, LA 71359
318 Area Code	Southern University Shreveport	3050 MLK Dr, Shreveport, LA 71107
318 Area Code	Grambling State University (near 318 border, covered by 318)	403 Main St, Grambling, LA 71245
318 Area Code	Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC)	6220 E Texas St, Bossier City, LA 71111
318 Area Code	Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport	1541 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
318 Area Code	Willis-Knighton Medical Center	2600 Greenwood Rd, Shreveport, LA 71103
318 Area Code	CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center	1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71105
318 Area Code	Willis-Knighton Bossier Health Center	2400 Hospital Dr, Bossier City, LA 71111
318 Area Code	St. Francis Medical Center	309 Jackson St, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Ochsner LSU Health Monroe Medical Center	4864 Jackson St, Monroe, LA 71202
318 Area Code	Rapides Regional Medical Center	211 4th St, Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital	3330 Masonic Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	Northern Louisiana Medical Center	401 E Vaughn Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
318 Area Code	Natchitoches Regional Medical Center	501 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Regions Bank	401 Market St, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	BancorpSouth Bank	3150 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118
318 Area Code	Origin Bank	1350 E 70th St, Shreveport, LA 71105
318 Area Code	Home Federal Bank	624 Market St, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	Chase Bank	510 Travis St, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	Chase Bank	2000 Forsythe Ave, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Regions Bank	2000 Tower Dr, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Origin Bank	1500 N 19th St, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Red River Bank	1412 Centre Ct, Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	Chase Bank	3600 Jackson St, Alexandria, LA 71303
318 Area Code	Caddo Parish Courthouse	501 Texas St, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	Shreveport City Hall	505 Travis St, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	Ouachita Parish Courthouse	300 St John St, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Monroe City Hall	400 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Rapides Parish Courthouse	701 Murray St, Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	Alexandria City Hall	915 3rd St, Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	Lincoln Parish Courthouse	100 W Texas Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
318 Area Code	Ruston City Hall	401 N Trenton St, Ruston, LA 71270
318 Area Code	Natchitoches Parish Courthouse	200 Church St, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Natchitoches City Hall	700 2nd St, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Sci-Port Discovery Center	820 Clyde Fant Pkwy, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	R.W. Norton Art Gallery	4747 Creswell Ave, Shreveport, LA 71106
318 Area Code	Shreveport Aquarium	601 Clyde Fant Pkwy, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	Louisiana State Exhibit Museum	3015 Greenwood Rd, Shreveport, LA 71109
318 Area Code	Masur Museum of Art	1400 S Grand St, Monroe, LA 71202
318 Area Code	Biedenharn Museum & Gardens	2006 Riverside Dr, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Alexandria Museum of Art	933 2nd St, Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	Dixie Center for the Arts	212 N Vienna St, Ruston, LA 71270
318 Area Code	Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site	155 Jefferson St, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame	800 Front St, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park	8012 Blanchard Furrh Rd, Shreveport, LA 71107
318 Area Code	Red River National Wildlife Refuge	150 Eagle Bend Point, Bossier City, LA 71112
318 Area Code	Independence Stadium	3301 Pershing Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71109
318 Area Code	Forsythe Park	2300 Sycamore St, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo	1405 Bernstein Park Dr, Monroe, LA 71202
318 Area Code	Alexandria Zoological Park	3016 Masonic Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	Kisatchie National Forest	Alexandria, LA 71301
318 Area Code	Lincoln Parish Park	211 Parish Park Rd, Ruston, LA 71270
318 Area Code	Kisatchie Bayou Campground	Kisatchie, LA 71456
318 Area Code	Prudhomme-Rouquier House	446 Jefferson St, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Shreveport Regional Airport	5103 Hollywood Ave, Shreveport, LA 71109
318 Area Code	Shreveport Downtown Airport	1550 Airport Dr, Shreveport, LA 71107
318 Area Code	Amtrak Bus Stop Shreveport	1237 Murphy St, Shreveport, LA 71101
318 Area Code	Monroe Regional Airport	2910 Kansas Ln, Monroe, LA 71203
318 Area Code	Greyhound Bus Monroe	220 Desiard St, Monroe, LA 71201
318 Area Code	Alexandria International Airport	1100 Frank Andrews Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303
318 Area Code	Alexandria Transit (Atrans)	1808 Industrial Park Rd, Alexandria, LA 71303
318 Area Code	Ruston Regional Airport	188 Rodessa St, Ruston, LA 71270
318 Area Code	Natchitoches Regional Airport	450 Wallenberg Dr, Natchitoches, LA 71457
318 Area Code	Greyhound Bus Bossier City	4000 Industrial Dr, Bossier City, LA 71112

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