Prefix 215-286 — Philadelphia Zone 1, PA
- Area code
- 215
- Prefix (NXX)
- 286
- Rate center
- Philadelphia Zone 1
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Code holder
- PAETEC ITEL, LLC
- OCN
- 829J
- Pooled
- Yes (thousands-block pooling)
- Assigned
- 2006-02-22
- LATA
- 228
215-286 identifies a block of numbers in Philadelphia Zone 1, PA, within the 215 area code. Every US prefix is tied to exactly one rate center; this one is Philadelphia Zone 1.
The rate center lies in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metropolitan Statistical Area. The serving LATA is 228. Local time follows the Eastern zone.
Treat the on-screen number as a hint, not evidence — 215-286 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 PAETEC ITEL, LLC, operating company number 829J, assigned February 22, 2006. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 215-283 | Philadelphia Suburban Zone 33 | VERIZON PENNSYLVANIA, INC. |
| 215-284 | Philadelphia Zone 2 | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - PA |
| 215-285 | Philadelphia Suburban Zone 33 | NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC |
| 215-287 | Philadelphia Zone 2 | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - PA |
| 215-288 | Philadelphia Zone 4 | VERIZON PENNSYLVANIA, INC. |
| 215-289 | Philadelphia Zone 4 | VERIZON PENNSYLVANIA, INC. |
FAQ
Where is 215-286 located?
The prefix is assigned to the Philadelphia Zone 1 rate center in PA, area code 215. It is part of the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Which company owns 215-286 numbers?
PAETEC ITEL, LLC 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 215-286 safe to answer?
The prefix itself says nothing about the caller. Legitimate Philadelphia Zone 1 businesses and spoofed robocalls can both display it. Never share personal data with an unverified inbound caller.