Prefix 813-343 — Tampa West, FL
- Area code
- 813
- Prefix (NXX)
- 343
- Rate center
- Tampa West
- State
- Florida
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Code holder
- LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - FL
- OCN
- 4802
- Pooled
- Yes (thousands-block pooling)
- Assigned
- 2001-12-13
- LATA
- 952
813-343 identifies a block of numbers in Tampa West, FL, within the 813 area code. Every US prefix is tied to exactly one rate center; this one is Tampa West.
The rate center lies in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area. The serving LATA is 952. Local time follows the Eastern zone.
Treat the on-screen number as a hint, not evidence — 813-343 can be spoofed like any US prefix. If a call feels off, verify through an official callback number and file a complaint with the FCC or FTC.
The assigned code holder is LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - FL, operating company number 4802, assigned December 13, 2001. This is a pooled prefix — expect numbers within it to be split across more than one carrier in 1,000-number blocks.
Neighboring prefixes
| Prefix | Rate center | Code holder |
|---|---|---|
| 813-340 | Tampa | NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA |
| 813-341 | Tampa | PAETEC ITEL, LLC |
| 813-342 | Tampa | TELEPORT COMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC - FL |
| 813-344 | Tampa Central | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - FL |
| 813-345 | Tampa North | AT&T - LOCAL |
| 813-346 | Tampa North | PAETEC ITEL, LLC |
FAQ
Where is 813-343 located?
The prefix is assigned to the Tampa West rate center in FL, area code 813. It is part of the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Which company owns 813-343 numbers?
LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - FL holds the code, but the prefix is pooled — individual thousands-blocks can be assigned to other carriers, and numbers may be ported to any provider.
Is a call from 813-343 safe to answer?
The prefix itself says nothing about the caller. Legitimate Tampa West businesses and spoofed robocalls can both display it. Never share personal data with an unverified inbound caller.