What area code is 505?
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505 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 505
AlbuquerqueShowing 12 of 43 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 505 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 505 region
505 covers Albuquerque in New Mexico, including Abiquiu, Aztec, Belen, Bernalillo and Chimayo. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
505 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created for all of New Mexico; 2007: split to create 575.
Who called me from 505?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 505 does not prove the caller is really in the 505 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 505 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 505?+–
505 is a telephone area code serving Albuquerque in New Mexico, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 505 located?+–
It covers Abiquiu, Aztec, Belen, Bernalillo and Chimayo in New Mexico.
What cities are in area code 505?+–
Major communities on record include Abiquiu, Aztec, Belen, Bernalillo and Chimayo, among others. The code's territory spans the Albuquerque region of New Mexico.
What time zone is 505?+–
505 observes Mountain (MT), which is UTC−7 / −6 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 505 start?+–
505 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes. Its history: created for all of New Mexico; 2007: split to create 575.
Is 505 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 505 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 505 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 505 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 505 number regardless of where you physically live.