Area code 316 covers Wichita and surrounding areas in Kansas. It is one of the original 86 area codes established by AT&T in 1947. For the full picture, see all Kansas area codes.
| State | Kansas |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Wichita |
| Cities also served | Wichita, Derby, Newton, Andover, El Dorado, Augusta, Park City, Valley Center |
| Time zone | Central (UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST) |
| Year established | January 1, 1947 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | Yes |
| Overlay codes | None |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Local seven-digit dialing may still apply |
Cities Served by Area Code 316
Area code 316 serves Wichita metropolitan area and surrounding portions of Sedgwick, Butler, Harvey, Kingman, Reno, and Sumner counties, including the following cities and communities:
- Wichita
- Derby
- Newton
- Andover
- El Dorado
- Augusta
- Park City
- Valley Center
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 620, 785, 913.
How to Get a 316 Phone Number
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- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 316 number on request, especially for active overlay codes. You won’t usually get to pick the specific number, but you’ll get a working line in the area code. This is the cheapest option for anyone who doesn’t need a particular number.
- Port an existing 316 number. If you already have a 316 phone number with another carrier, you can transfer it (port it) to a new service provider while keeping the number. This works for landlines, cell phones, and VoIP services, though landlines outside of Kansas sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 316 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 316 area code still in use?
Yes. 316 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Wichita metropolitan area and surrounding portions of Sedgwick, Butler, Harvey, Kingman, Reno, and Sumner counties.
Can I get a 316 number if I don't live in Kansas?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 316 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 316 a scam area code?
No. 316 is a legitimate, active area code for Wichita metropolitan area and surrounding portions of Sedgwick, Butler, Harvey, Kingman, Reno, and Sumner counties. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 316 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Kansas businesses, government offices, and residents.
What cities are covered by area code 316?
Area code 316 serves Wichita and its surrounding communities in south-central Kansas, including Derby, Newton, Andover, El Dorado, Augusta, Park City, Valley Center, and Bel Aire, primarily within Sedgwick County and portions of Butler, Harvey, Kingman, Reno, and Sumner counties.
Why is area code 316 called a 'doughnut' area code?
After the 2001 split that created area code 620, the new code took over the surrounding rural and western portions of southern Kansas, completely encircling 316 on all sides. This makes 316 a geographic enclave — one of only a small number of such ‘doughnut’ area codes in the entire North American Numbering Plan.
Does area code 316 have an overlay?
No. As of 2026, area code 316 has no overlay. It is the sole area code serving the Wichita metro area, and local seven-digit dialing is still permitted within the 316 territory because there is no overlay to create ambiguity.
When will area code 316 run out of numbers?
According to NANPA projections based on 2025 data, area code 316 is not expected to exhaust its available numbering resources until approximately the first quarter of 2066, reflecting the relatively stable demand in the Wichita metro area since the 2001 split.
