503 area code
Where the 503 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 503 number from anywhere.
The 503 area code is in Portland, Oregon, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 503 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.
The 503 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Portland, Oregon. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.
How to dial a 503 number
+1 503 555-01231 503 555-0123503 555-0123Cities in the 503 area code
A 503 number is usually in one of these places in Oregon — 7 counties.
Other Oregon area codes
Frequently asked questions
Where is the 503 area code?
The 503 area code is in Portland, Oregon, United States (Pacific (PT)).
Is 503 an overlay area code?
Yes. 503 overlays the same region as 971, so callers dial all 10 digits.
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 503?
Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.
How do I call a 503 number from another country?
Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 503, then the number: +1 503 555-0123.
Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 503 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.
Number holders in area code 503
Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 503, shared by 44 companies. The largest holders:
| Company | Prefixes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qwest Corporation | 222 | 28% |
| Ziply Fiber Northwest, LLC Dba Ziply Fiber | 109 | 14% |
| New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC | 71 | 9% |
| T-Mobile USA, Inc. | 56 | 7% |
| Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless | 54 | 7% |
| Electric Lightwave LLC Dba Allstream | 51 | 6% |
Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.
Complaints about 503 numbers
- Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
- 419
- Recorded messages or robocalls
- 59%
- Rank among area codes
- #238 of 670
- Most reported subjects
- Other (192)
- Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (54)
- Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (40)
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).
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