Quick answer
The 913 area code serves Overland Park, Kansas in the Central Time (CT) (UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST). Assigned in 1947, it covers Kansas City Metro (Kansas side) including Overland Park, Kansas City, Olathe. It has no overlay codes.
- Region
- Kansas City Metro (Kansas side), KS
- Time zone
- CT (UTC-6)
- Assigned
- 1947
- Population
- ~700,000
- Prefixes used
- 533 / ~792
- Capacity in use
- ~67%
- Local time now
- · live
What is the area code for Overland Park?
The area code for Overland Park, Kansas is 913 (no current overlays). The 913 area code is a North American Numbering Plan geographic code assigned in 1947, covering the Kansas City Metro (Kansas side) region. It serves approximately 700,000 residents on the Central Time (CT) (UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST).
The 913 area code has 533 assigned central-office prefixes (NXX codes, the three digits after the area code) across 48 rate centers, with numbers allocated to roughly 53 carriers.
At 533 of the ~792 usable central-office prefixes, the 913 area code has about 67% of its numbering capacity assigned. See how 913 compares in our NXX prefix allocation analysis across 338 US area codes. (Prefix data: localcallingguide.com / NANPA, 2026.)
Where is area code 913? Location and map area
Area code 913 is located in Kansas, the United States. Its coverage area centers on Overland Park and spans the Kansas City Metro (Kansas side) region. If you received a call from a 913 number, the caller's number was assigned in this area — though with number porting and virtual numbers, the person may be calling from anywhere.
The 913 location sits in Central Time (CT), so local business hours run roughly 9 a.m.–5 p.m. CT. Neighboring Kansas area codes include 316, 620, 785.
Cities served by the 913 area code
The 913 area code covers 5 major cities and towns across the Kansas City Metro (Kansas side) region (KS):
Businesses across Overland Park and surrounding cities use 913 numbers to project local presence and lift call answer rates. Industry studies of local presence dialing consistently report answer-rate gains of 20–40% over toll-free or out-of-area numbers — a caller ID that matches the recipient's region looks familiar and gets picked up.
913 area code time zone and business hours
The 913 area code is in the Central Time (CT) zone (UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST). Standard business hours in 913 run 9 AM to 5 PM CT.
If you're calling into 913 from a different time zone, factor in the offset. For example, an Eastern Time business calling 913 at 9 AM ET reaches Overland Park at 8 AM CT — likely outside standard business hours.
History of the 913 area code
The 913 area code was one of the original 86 area codes assigned in 1947 when the North American Numbering Plan was first deployed. It remains a single-coverage area code with no current overlay assignments.
Is the 913 area code safe? Spam and scam calls
913 is a legitimate geographic area code for Overland Park — it is not a scam code or a premium-rate prefix, and a call from a 913 number is most likely a genuine local caller. The risk is not the area code itself but a tactic called neighbor spoofing: scammers fake their caller ID so an unwanted call appears to come from your own area code, because people answer familiar numbers more readily.
If you get an unexpected 913 call, a few signals point to a likely scam — a pre-recorded message, urgent pressure to act now, a demand for payment by gift card or wire transfer, or anyone asking for passwords, Social Security, or account numbers. Let suspicious calls go to voicemail, never share personal information, and report fraud to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
The FCC consumer guide on spoofing explains your rights under the Truth in Caller ID Act. A real Overland Park business will leave a clear voicemail and will not pressure you.
US carriers verify caller ID with the STIR/SHAKEN framework, which flags many spoofed numbers as "Spam Likely" before they ring. DialPhone 913 numbers are registered for STIR/SHAKEN attestation, so calls from your business are verified as genuine and reach customers without a false spam label. See the DialPhone guide to VoIP security for more.
Why get a 913 area code number for your business?
Getting a 913 number gives your business three measurable advantages over a toll-free or out-of-area number:
- Local trust signal. Customers in Overland Park recognize 913 as their home area code. Caller ID matching builds immediate credibility for service businesses, sales outreach, and patient communication.
- Higher answer rate. Calls from a familiar local area code are answered far more often than unknown or toll-free numbers — industry measurements of local presence dialing put the lift at 20–40%, which matters most for outbound sales, appointment confirmations, and time-sensitive service callbacks.
- Targeted marketing. Businesses serving Overland Park and the broader Kansas City Metro (Kansas side) can advertise a local number across print, radio, billboards, and digital channels for higher conversion than a national 800 number.
For businesses in Overland Park and surrounding cities, top industries that benefit from local 913 presence include Professional Services, Healthcare, and Retail. DialPhone's AI receptionist is available for every 913 number — never miss a call, even after standard business hours.
How to get a 913 area code number
Setting up a 913 business number with DialPhone takes under 10 minutes:
- Sign up for a DialPhone plan. Choose any plan starting at $24/user/month. Free 14-day trial, no credit card required.
- Search available 913 numbers. Filter the DialPhone number inventory by area code, city, or pattern.
- Choose your number and configure. Assign your new 913 number to a user or team, set up call routing, voicemail, AI receptionist, and business SMS.
- Port your existing number (optional). Already have a 913 number? Free number porting in 2 to 5 business days with zero service interruption.
New to local numbers? The complete guide to getting a local phone number covers choosing the right area code, porting an existing line, and avoiding spam flags.
Plans — every tier includes a local 913 number
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Core
$24/user/mo
Unlimited US & Canada calling, business SMS, AI transcription, free porting.
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Advanced
$34/user/mo
Everything in Core plus AI SMS, workflow automation, and a HIPAA BAA at no surcharge.
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Ultra
$54/user/mo
Everything in Advanced plus AI Conversation Expert and the highest usage limits.
AI receptionist for 913 area code businesses
Every DialPhone 913 number includes optional AI receptionist coverage, available 24/7. The AI handles calls when your team is unavailable — answering common questions, booking appointments, routing urgent callers to on-call staff, and capturing voicemail with full transcription and intent tagging.
For businesses in Overland Park that handle high call volume, run extended hours, or need bilingual support (especially valuable in service areas with diverse customer bases), the AI receptionist reduces voicemail backlog and improves first-call resolution.
All area codes in Kansas
Kansas has 4 active geographic area codes. The 913 area code is part of the same numbering plan as the codes listed below — calls between them are typically local within the state, depending on the carrier.
Nearby area codes
Related area codes in Kansas and the Central Time (CT) region:
- 316 area code — Wichita, Kansas
- 620 area code — Dodge City, Kansas
- 785 area code — Topeka, Kansas
- 205 area code — Birmingham, Alabama
- 210 area code — San Antonio, Texas
- 214 area code — Dallas, Texas
All Kansas area codes → · Browse all US area codes →
More area codes: ← 912 Savannah · 914 Yonkers →
How this page is verified
DialPhone re-verifies every area code page every 90 days. Area code geography, timezone, and overlay data come from the official North American Numbering Plan Administration (NANPA) database. Pricing reflects the published DialPhone plan tiers — see the pricing page for current details. Number availability varies; check the DialPhone signup flow for live inventory in the 913 region.
What to know before getting a 913 number
- Number availability is finite. Popular Overland Park area codes can be inventory-constrained — request specific vanity patterns early.
- Porting timing varies. Most 913 ports complete in 2-5 business days; complex multi-line legacy contracts can take 7-10.
- HIPAA tier required for healthcare. The Core $24 plan doesn't include a BAA — healthcare users need Advanced ($34) or above.