253

Tacoma, Washington

Washington · Pacific (UTC-8) · — · 10 cities

State
Washington
Major City
Tacoma
Time Zone
Pacific (UTC-8)
Current Local Time
—
Cities Served
10

Cities Served by Area Code 253 (10 cities)

AuburnBonney LakeFederal WayKentLakewoodParklandPuyallupSpanawayTacomaUniversity Place
Additional Details
Established
1997
Type
Split
Active Prefixes
524
Wireless Lines
37%

About Area Code 253

Area code 253 was created in 1997 as a split from a previously larger area code region. It serves the Tacoma, Washington metropolitan area. The area is in the Pacific time zone. It covers 10 cities and communities including Auburn, Bonney Lake, Federal Way, Kent, Lakewood and 5 more.

Phone Number Prefixes in Area Code 253

524 active NXX prefixes — 37% wireless, 63% landline. Each prefix (NXX) represents up to 10,000 phone numbers.

CenturyLink 149 (28%)T-Mobile 78 (15%)Onvoy 49 (9%)Verizon Wireless 48 (9%)AT&T Mobility 34 (6%)
PrefixCarrierTypeRate Center
253-200Lumen/Level 3LandlinePuyallup
253-201OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-202T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-203Paetec ItelLandlineTacoma
253-204OnvoyLandlineAuburn
253-205Lumen/Level 3LandlineAuburn
253-206Landline
253-207CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-208Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-209AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-210Lumen/Level 3LandlineGraham
253-211Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-212Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineTacoma
253-213T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-214MCI/VerizonWirelessDes Moines
253-215ComcastLandlineRoy
253-216Paetec ItelLandlineKent
253-217T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-218Electric LightwaveLandlineAuburn
253-219AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-220Bandwidth.comLandlineKent
253-221Metro by T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-222T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-223T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-224T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-225Verizon WirelessWirelessGig Harbor
253-226T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-227T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-228T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-229AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-230T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-231Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacomawvly
253-232T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-233Usa Mobility WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-234MCI/VerizonWirelessKent
253-235Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacomawvly
253-236Lumen/Level 3LandlineKent
253-237Electric LightwaveLandlineDes Moines
253-238Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-239Lumen/Level 3LandlineKent
253-240T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-241AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-242Verizon WirelessWirelessTacomawvly
253-243OnvoyLandlineKent
253-244Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-245Bandwidth.comLandlineAuburn
253-246Electric LightwaveLandlineKent
253-247Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-248Electric LightwaveLandlineTacomawvly
253-249Electric LightwaveLandlineAuburn
253-250Electric LightwaveLandlineTacomawvly
253-251MCI/VerizonWirelessPuyallup
253-252Electric LightwaveLandlineTacomawvly
253-254Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-255T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-256Electric LightwaveLandlinePuyallup
253-257T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-258T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-259Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-260Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-261T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-262Rainier ConnectLandlineGraham
253-263Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-264AT&T MobilityWirelessSumner
253-265CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-266T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-267ComcastLandlineTacoma
253-268ComcastLandlinePuyallup
253-269Lumen/Level 3LandlineAuburn
253-270OnvoyLandlineKent
253-271ComcastLandlineGraham
253-272CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-273T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-274CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-275Lumen/Level 3LandlineAuburn
253-276OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-277ComcastLandlineKent
253-278Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-279AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-280CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-281Verizon WirelessWirelessTacomawvly
253-282T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-283T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-284Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-285OnvoyLandlineAuburn
253-286Electric LightwaveLandlinePuyallup
253-287T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-288CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-289TelnyxLandlineAuburn
253-290Verizon WirelessWirelessTacomawvly
253-291Usa Mobility WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-292ComcastLandlineTacoma
253-293Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-294ComcastLandlineAuburn
253-295OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-296AT&T MobilityWirelessDes Moines
253-297T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-298T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-299Electric LightwaveLandlineSumner
253-300OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-301ComcastLandlineTacoma
253-302Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-303ComcastLandlineGig Harbor
253-304AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-305CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-306Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-307Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-308T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-309Usa Mobility WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-310Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineTacoma
253-311Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-312Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-313ComcastLandlineGig Harbor
253-314T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-315AT&T MobilityWirelessAuburn
253-316T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-317T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-318Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-319Bandwidth.comLandlineTacoma
253-320Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-321Lumen/Level 3LandlineSumner
253-322OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-323OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-324T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-325AT&T MobilityWirelessTacomawvly
253-326T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-327T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-328Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-329AT&T MobilityWirelessAuburn
253-330T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-331Metro by T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-332T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-333CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-334T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-335T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-336Lumen/Level 3LandlineDes Moines
253-337Verizon WirelessWirelessTacomawvly
253-338T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-339T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-340Metro by T-MobileWirelessKent
253-341Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-342Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-343Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-344Electric LightwaveLandlineTacomawvly
253-345Paetec ItelLandlineTacomawvly
253-346T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-347AT&T MobilityWirelessAuburn
253-348AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-349T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-350Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-351CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-352OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-353T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-354MCI/VerizonWirelessTacoma
253-355Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-356FractelLandlineTacoma
253-357TelnyxLandlineTacoma
253-358Verizon WirelessWirelessGig Harbor
253-359Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-360Landline
253-361T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-362OnvoyLandlineSumner
253-363Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-364AT&T MobilityWirelessSumner
253-365AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-366OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-367AT&T MobilityWirelessGraham
253-368T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-369OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-370Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-371MCI/VerizonWirelessTacoma
253-372CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-373CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-374MCI/VerizonWirelessAuburn
253-375Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineGraham
253-376T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-377T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-378T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-379OnvoyLandlineRoy
253-380Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-381Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-382CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-383CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-384Boost SubscribercoWirelessTacoma
253-385OnvoyLandlineGraham
253-386T-MobileWirelessPuyallup
253-387OnvoyLandlinePuyallup
253-388Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-389Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-390OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-391T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-392T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-393Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-394Paetec ItelLandlineAuburn
253-395CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-396CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-397Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-398MCI/VerizonWirelessKent
253-399OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-400FractelLandlineGig Harbor
253-401Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-402T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-403CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-404CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-405T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-406T-MobileWirelessGraham
253-407T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-408T-MobileWirelessPuyallup
253-409Bandwidth.comLandlineAuburn
253-410Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-411Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-412VonageLandlineTacoma
253-413T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-414MCI/VerizonWirelessTacoma
253-415Usa Mobility WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-416Usa Mobility WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-417T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-418T-MobileWirelessPuyallup
253-419AT&T MobilityWirelessKent
253-420AT&T MobilityWirelessAuburn
253-421T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-422T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-423OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-424T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-425Landline
253-426CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-427AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-428CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-429AT&TLandlineAuburn
253-430AT&T MobilityWirelessGig Harbor
253-431T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-432AT&T MobilityWirelessGig Harbor
253-433T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-434OnvoyLandlinePuyallup
253-435CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-436T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-437CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-438T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-439MCI/VerizonWirelessTacoma
253-440AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-441Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-442Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-443T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-444Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-445CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-446CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-447OnvoyLandlineSumner
253-448AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-449Lumen/Level 3LandlineDes Moines
253-452OnvoyLandlineKent
253-453OnvoyLandlineTacomawvly
253-455Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-457Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-458Lumen/Level 3LandlineKent
253-459CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-460CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-461OnvoyLandlineTacomawvly
253-465Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineRoy
253-466Lumen/Level 3LandlinePuyallup
253-468T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-470Paetec ItelLandlineSumner
253-471CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-472CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-473CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-474CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-475CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-476CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-477CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-478Lumen/Level 3LandlineKent
253-479MCI/VerizonWirelessKent
253-480Electric LightwaveLandlineKent
253-484OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-486T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-487CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-495AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-498OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-499Lumen/Level 3LandlineKent
253-500FractelLandlineTacomawvly
253-501Lumen/Level 3LandlineSumner
253-502CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-503Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineTacoma
253-507T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-508Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineAuburn
253-509ComcastLandlineGig Harbor
253-511Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-512CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-514Verizon WirelessWirelessGig Harbor
253-517Electric LightwaveLandlineTacomawvly
253-518MCI/VerizonWirelessKent
253-520CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-523OnvoyLandlineTacomawvly
253-525MCI/VerizonWirelessGig Harbor
253-527T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-528CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-529CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-530CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-531CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-532NusoLandlineTacoma
253-533OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-534CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-535CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-536CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-537CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-538CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-539CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-540OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-541OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-544OnvoyLandlinePuyallup
253-545CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-548CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-549CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-550OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-552CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-553OnvoyLandlineAuburn
253-555Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineDir Asst
253-559OnvoyLandlineGraham
253-561MCI/VerizonWirelessAuburn
253-563OnvoyLandlineDes Moines
253-564CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-565CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-566CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-568CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-569Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-571CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-572CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-573CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-576T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-579Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-581CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-582CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-583CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-584CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-588CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-589CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-590Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-591CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-592Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-593CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-594CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-595OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-596CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-597CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-600FractelLandlineAuburn
253-604Electric LightwaveLandlinePuyallup
253-606Metro by T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-611Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-617Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-620Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineTacoma
253-625Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-627CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-630CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-631CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-632T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-638CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-639CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-640T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-642Lumen/Level 3LandlineDes Moines
253-645OnvoyLandlineRoy
253-648OnvoyLandlineSumner
253-649ComcastLandlineGig Harbor
253-650OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-651Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-652Lumen/Level 3LandlineDes Moines
253-653T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-655Lumen/Level 3LandlineGraham
253-656Lumen/Level 3LandlineKent
253-657CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-660OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-661CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-663OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-666Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-669OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-670AT&T MobilityWirelessAuburn
253-671CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-676Ton80 CommunicationsLandlineTacomawvly
253-677Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-678AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-679OnvoyLandlineTacoma
253-680CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-681Electric LightwaveLandlineDes Moines
253-682Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-683Rainier ConnectLandlineTacoma
253-686Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-687Usa Mobility WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-691Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-692CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-693Rainier ConnectLandlinePuyallup
253-697CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-700Landline
253-709AT&T MobilityWirelessAuburn
253-711Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-719Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineTacomawvly
253-720Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-722Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-732Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-733MCI/VerizonWirelessDes Moines
253-735CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-736Electric LightwaveLandlineAuburn
253-737Lumen/Level 3LandlineAuburn
253-740Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-750ComcastLandlineSumner
253-751CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-752CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-753Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-754Metro by T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-756CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-759CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-761CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-765Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineDes Moines
253-766Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineKent
253-770CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-773Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineKent
253-777Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-778AT&T MobilityWirelessTacomawvly
253-779CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-780OnvoyLandlineGraham
253-785OnvoyLandlineDes Moines
253-792CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-793OnvoyLandlineAuburn
253-796Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineKent
253-797Verizon WirelessWirelessAuburn
253-798CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-799OnvoyLandlinePuyallup
253-800FractelLandlineTacoma
253-802OnvoyLandlineAuburn
253-804CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-811Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-813CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-815CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-820Verizon WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-826CenturyLinkLandlineSumner
253-830Electric LightwaveLandlineTacoma
253-831T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-833CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-835CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-838CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-839CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-840CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-841CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-843CenturyLinkLandlineRoy
253-844MCI/VerizonWirelessTacoma
253-845CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-846CenturyLinkLandlineGraham
253-847CenturyLinkLandlineGraham
253-848CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-850CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-851CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-852CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-853CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-854CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-856CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-857CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-858CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-859CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-861T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-862CenturyLinkLandlineSumner
253-863CenturyLinkLandlineSumner
253-864CenturyLinkLandlinePuyallup
253-867Electric LightwaveLandlineKent
253-872CenturyLinkLandlineKent
253-874CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-875CenturyLinkLandlineGraham
253-876CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-878T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-879CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-880MCI/VerizonWirelessAuburn
253-881MCI/VerizonWirelessPuyallup
253-882MCI/VerizonWirelessTacoma
253-883MCI/VerizonWirelessTacomawvly
253-884CenturyLinkLandlineGig Harbor
253-886Electric LightwaveLandlineAuburn
253-887CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-888Peerless Network Of WashingtonLandlineTacoma
253-891CenturyLinkLandlineSumner
253-893Electric LightwaveLandlineKent
253-896CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-900FractelLandlineGig Harbor
253-903Usa Mobility WirelessWirelessTacoma
253-904Teleport Communications AmericaLandlinePuyallup
253-905AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-906AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-911Multiple Ocn ListingLandlineXxxxxxxxxx
253-912CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-921T-MobileWirelessTacomawvly
253-922CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-924CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-925CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-926CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-927CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-928CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-929Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineAuburn
253-931CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-934CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-939CenturyLinkLandlineAuburn
253-941CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-942CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-943CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-944CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-945CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-946CenturyLinkLandlineDes Moines
253-948Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacoma
253-950Landline
253-951T-MobileWirelessAuburn
253-952CenturyLinkLandlineTacomawvly
253-954Lumen/Level 3LandlineTacomawvly
253-958Landline
253-959Landline
253-961T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-964CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-966CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-967CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-968CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-970AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-973AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-976Landline
253-981Electric LightwaveLandlineKent
253-982CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-983CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-984CenturyLinkLandlineTacoma
253-985AT&T MobilityWirelessTacoma
253-987Teleport Communications AmericaLandlineSumner
253-988T-MobileWirelessTacoma
253-993AT&T MobilityWirelessTacomawvly
253-999TelnyxLandlineTacoma

All 6 area codes in Washington

253206360425509564

About Area Code 253

Back in 1997, area code 253 came into play as a split from the existing 206 code, all because the phone lines around Puget Sound were getting swamped with new folks moving in. Picture this: Tacoma, with its mix of salty sea air and urban grit, was booming, and places like Auburn and Federal Way were growing fast too. So, they carved out 253 to handle the overflow, making sure everyone from Kent to Puyallup could keep chatting without a hitch. This area hugs the southern edges of Puget Sound, where evergreen forests meet the water, and it's home to a bunch of tight-knit communities. Tacoma stands out as the heart of it all, a city that's seen its share of changes, from old-school logging and fishing days to modern ports buzzing with trade. You'll find folks here who love their local vibes—think weekend trips to Mount Rainier or catching a game at Cheney Stadium. What makes 253 distinct? It's got that working-class spirit, serving spots like Lakewood and Spanaway, where people juggle daily commutes to Seattle with enjoying the quieter life. Over the years, it's become a lifeline for the region, connecting neighbors in a straightforward way that reflects the no-nonsense attitude of Washingtonians. Whether you're calling about a Seahawks game or planning a family BBQ in Bonney Lake, 253 keeps things rolling smoothly, even as the area keeps expanding.

⚠ Scam & Spam Alert for 253

If you live in the 253 area, you might get calls that seem off, like someone claiming to be from the IRS demanding payment right away or offering to renew your auto warranty when you didn't ask. We've seen a lot of utility scams too, where callers pretend to be from your electric company and push for immediate payment to avoid a cutoff. These tactics are pretty common around here, and they can catch you off guard, especially if you're busy with work or family. Another one to watch for is the tech support ruse, where they say your computer has a virus and want access to fix it. Don't fall for it; these scammers are just after your money or info. A simple tip: Always hang up and call back the official number you know is legit, like the one on your IRS letter or utility bill, before sharing anything.

Local Snapshot

Tacoma's population hovers around 220,000, making it a solid mid-sized city in Washington that's easy to deal with without the big-city crowds. The area's economy leans heavily on ports and manufacturing, with places like the Port of Tacoma keeping things humming for trade and shipping jobs. It's also a hub for the military, thanks to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, which brings in a bunch of families and keeps the community tight. Folks here are crazy about the outdoors; you've got the Puget Sound for boating and hiking trails that lead straight to Mount Rainier, which isn't too far off. Here's a quirky fact: Tacoma was once known for its glass industry, producing those iconic pieces that still pop up in museums, showing how this place has always mixed art with its industrial roots.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 253?
Area code 253 serves Tacoma and surrounding communities in Washington, including Auburn, Bonney Lake, Federal Way, Kent, Lakewood and 5 more. It is in the Pacific time zone.
What cities are in area code 253?
Area code 253 covers 10 cities in Washington: Auburn, Bonney Lake, Federal Way, Kent, Lakewood, Parkland, Puyallup, Spanaway, Tacoma, University Place
What time zone is 253?
Area code 253 is in the Pacific time zone (UTC-8).
When was area code 253 created?
Area code 253 was established in 1997 as a geographic split from a larger area code region.
Is 253 a legitimate area code?
Yes, 253 is a valid, active area code assigned to Tacoma, Washington. However, scammers can spoof any area code, so receiving a call from 253 doesn't guarantee the caller is actually in this area.

Why was the 253 area code introduced in 1997?

The 253 area code was created as a split from the 206 area code to handle the increasing demand for phone numbers in the rapidly growing Puget Sound suburbs. This change supported the expansion of communities in Pierce County, including Tacoma and Federal Way. It marked a key step in managing telecommunications for the region's development.

What local festivals highlight the culture in the 253 area code cities?

The Puyallup Fair in Puyallup, served by the 253 area code, celebrates agriculture and community with exhibits and rides each September. In Tacoma, the Daffodil Parade honors spring with floral displays and floats along the streets. These events reflect the area's heritage tied to farming and seasonal traditions.

How does the 253 area code relate to outdoor activities in Washington?

The 253 area code covers areas near Mount Rainier, allowing residents in places like Bonney Lake easy access for hiking and skiing. Cities such as Auburn and Kent provide gateways to rivers and parks for fishing and boating. This proximity enhances the lifestyle for those in the region with its natural resources.

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