Skip to content
Country Dialing CodesA clearer way to call the world
AboutContact
Español — prefijos-telefonicos.comFrançais — indicatifs-telephoniques.net
US area code · Alabama

205 area code

Where the 205 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 205 number from anywhere.

CoversAlabaster, AlabamaTime zoneCentral (CT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 205 area code is in Alabaster, Alabama, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 205 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateAlabama
Main areaAlabaster
Time zoneCentral (CT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 205 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Alabaster, Alabama. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.

Overlay 205 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

205659

How to dial a 205 number

From abroad+1 205 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 205 555-0123
Locally (same area)205 555-0123

Cities in the 205 area code

A 205 number is usually in one of these places in Alabama — 4 counties.

Alabaster ShelbyBessemer JeffersonBirmingham Jefferson;ShelbyCenter PointHomewoodHooverMountain BrookTuscaloosa TuscaloosaVestavia Hills

Other Alabama area codes

251256334483659938

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 205 area code?

The 205 area code is in Alabaster, Alabama, United States (Central (CT)).

Is 205 an overlay area code?

Yes. 205 overlays the same region as 659, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 205?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 205 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 205, then the number: +1 205 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 205 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 205

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 205, shared by 54 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Bellsouth Telecomm Inc Dba South Central Bell Tel22428%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC9212%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless8411%
Paetec Itel, LLC537%
Powertel Birmingham Licenses, Inc.425%
Brightspeed Of Alabama, LLC - Northern354%

Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.

Complaints about 205 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
822
Recorded messages or robocalls
71%
Rank among area codes
#71 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (277)
Dropped call or no message (203)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (118)

Period Aug 26 – Sep 24, 2026. These are the numbers shown on the caller ID of the reported calls; many are spoofed and do not belong to the real caller.

Source: US Federal Trade Commission, Do Not Call reported calls data (daily files).

All US area codes United States +1 Map of area code 205 — cities & rate centres

Explore by continent