What area code is 509?
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509 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 509
Spokane7 communities on record for 509.
Where 509 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 509 region
509 covers Spokane in Washington, including Ellensburg, Pullman, Tri-Cities, Walla Walla and Wenatchee. The code has been in service since 1956.
509 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 206.
Who called me from 509?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 509 does not prove the caller is really in the 509 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 509 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 509?+–
509 is a telephone area code serving Spokane in Washington, United States, in service since 1956.
Where is area code 509 located?+–
It covers Ellensburg, Pullman, Tri-Cities, Walla Walla and Wenatchee in Washington.
What cities are in area code 509?+–
Major communities on record include Ellensburg, Pullman, Tri-Cities, Walla Walla and Wenatchee, among others. The code's territory spans the Spokane region of Washington.
What time zone is 509?+–
509 observes Pacific (PT), which is UTC−8 / −7 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 509 start?+–
509 entered service in 1956. Its history: split of 206.
Is 509 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 509 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 509 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 509 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 509 number regardless of where you physically live.