Prefix 503-562 — Salem, OR
The 503-562 prefix belongs to area code 503 and is anchored to the Salem rate center (OR). In NANP terms, the prefix — or NXX — determines the rate center a number is billed against.
For routing purposes it sits in LATA 672. Numbers here keep Pacific time.
The assigned code holder is ELECTRIC LIGHTWAVE LLC DBA ALLSTREAM, operating company number 7172, assigned May 19, 2003. This is a pooled prefix — expect numbers within it to be split across more than one carrier in 1,000-number blocks.
Caller ID showing 503-562 is not proof the call came from Salem: spoofing and porting both detach numbers from their origin. To verify a caller, hang up and dial the organization's published number, and report suspicious calls to the FTC.
Neighboring prefixes
| Prefix | Rate center | Code holder |
|---|---|---|
| 503-559 | Salem | NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC |
| 503-560 | McMinnville | T-MOBILE USA, INC. |
| 503-561 | Salem | ELECTRIC LIGHTWAVE LLC DBA ALLSTREAM |
| 503-563 | Stafford-sandy | LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - OR |
| 503-564 | Hood Land | LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - OR |
| 503-565 | McMinnville | ONVOY, LLC - OR |
FAQ
Where is 503-562 located?
The prefix is assigned to the Salem rate center in OR, area code 503.
Which company owns 503-562 numbers?
ELECTRIC LIGHTWAVE LLC DBA ALLSTREAM 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 503-562 safe to answer?
The prefix itself says nothing about the caller. Legitimate Salem businesses and spoofed robocalls can both display it. Never share personal data with an unverified inbound caller.