Prefix 205-393 — Tuscaloosa, AL
- Area code
- 205
- Prefix (NXX)
- 393
- Rate center
- Tuscaloosa
- State
- Alabama
- Time zone
- Central
- Code holder
- NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA
- OCN
- 6214
- Pooled
- Yes (thousands-block pooling)
- Assigned
- 2001-06-21
- LATA
- 476
205-393 identifies a block of numbers in Tuscaloosa, AL, within the 205 area code. Every US prefix is tied to exactly one rate center; this one is Tuscaloosa.
The serving LATA is 476. Local time follows the Central zone.
Treat the on-screen number as a hint, not evidence — 205-393 can be spoofed like any US prefix. If a call feels off, verify through an official callback number and file a complaint with the FCC or FTC.
The assigned code holder is NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA, operating company number 6214, assigned June 21, 2001. This is a pooled prefix — expect numbers within it to be split across more than one carrier in 1,000-number blocks.
Neighboring prefixes
| Prefix | Rate center | Code holder |
|---|---|---|
| 205-390 | Graysville | LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - AL |
| 205-391 | Tuscaloosa | BELLSOUTH TELECOMM INC DBA SOUTH CENTRAL BELL TEL |
| 205-392 | York | BELLSOUTH TELECOMM INC DBA SOUTH CENTRAL BELL TEL |
| 205-394 | Tuscaloosa | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - AL |
| 205-395 | Winfield | CENTURYLINK COMMUNICATIONS, LLC |
| 205-396 | Birmingham | POWERTEL BIRMINGHAM LICENSES, INC. |
FAQ
Where is 205-393 located?
The prefix is assigned to the Tuscaloosa rate center in AL, area code 205.
Which company owns 205-393 numbers?
NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA holds the code, but the prefix is pooled — individual thousands-blocks can be assigned to other carriers, and numbers may be ported to any provider.
Is a call from 205-393 safe to answer?
The prefix itself says nothing about the caller. Legitimate Tuscaloosa businesses and spoofed robocalls can both display it. Never share personal data with an unverified inbound caller.