Paola, KS — rate center
In NANP numbering, Paola, Kansas is a rate center — the anchor point for local numbers. It is reached through 913.
The rate center currently carries 9 working prefixes, held by 6 different carriers. Pooling applies to 9 of them — individual thousands-blocks may belong to different companies.
The rate center belongs to the Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area. Routing-wise it sits in LATA 524.
A Paola prefix on caller ID is a starting point, not proof of origin — numbers travel with their owners and displays can be spoofed. Use official callback numbers for anything sensitive.
Prefixes anchored to Paola
| Prefix | Code holder | Pooled |
|---|---|---|
| 913-259 | SOUTHWESTERN BELL | Yes |
| 913-285 | UNITED STATES CELLULAR - KS | Yes |
| 913-294 | SOUTHWESTERN BELL | Yes |
| 913-357 | CSC WIRELESS, LLC | Yes |
| 913-404 | ONVOY, LLC - KS | Yes |
| 913-434 | ONVOY, LLC - KS | Yes |
| 913-557 | SOUTHWESTERN BELL | Yes |
| 913-594 | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - KS | Yes |
| 913-937 | LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - KS | Yes |
FAQ
What area code is Paola, KS?
Paola numbers use area code 913.
How many prefixes does Paola have?
9 active NXX prefixes are anchored to this rate center in NANPA records, held by 6 carriers.
Is a call from a Paola prefix really from Paola?
Not necessarily. The prefix marks where the number block was issued; porting, VoIP and spoofing all detach calls from that geography.