Prefix 787-290 — Ponce, PR
The 787-290 prefix belongs to area code 787 and is anchored to the Ponce rate center (PR). In NANP terms, the prefix — or NXX — determines the rate center a number is billed against.
For routing purposes it sits in LATA 820. Numbers here keep Atlantic time.
The assigned code holder is PUERTO RICO TEL. CO., operating company number 3201. 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 787-290 is not proof the call came from Ponce: 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 787-287 | Guaynabo | PUERTO RICO TEL. CO. |
| 787-288 | Bayamon Norte | PUERTO RICO TEL. CO. |
| 787-289 | Santurce | PUERTO RICO TEL. CO. |
| 787-291 | Quebradillas | LIBERTY MOBILE PUERTO RICO INC. |
| 787-292 | Trujillo Alto | PUERTO RICO TEL. CO. |
| 787-293 | Trujillo Alto | PUERTO RICO TEL. CO. |
FAQ
Where is 787-290 located?
The prefix is assigned to the Ponce rate center in PR, area code 787.
Which company owns 787-290 numbers?
PUERTO RICO TEL. CO. 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 787-290 safe to answer?
The prefix itself says nothing about the caller. Legitimate Ponce businesses and spoofed robocalls can both display it. Never share personal data with an unverified inbound caller.