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253 area code
The 253 area code serves Tacoma, Washington. Look up a specific 253 number, check spam reports, and stop spam calls automatically.
schedule2 min readUpdated May 15, 2026By the Halo team
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Location
Tacoma, WA
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Timezone
Pacific
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State
Washington
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Major cities
Tacoma, Federal Way
ABOUTAbout the 253 area code
The 253 area code is assigned to Tacoma, Washington. Phone numbers with this area code are used by residents and businesses in the Tacoma metropolitan area and surrounding communities.
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