Louisburg, NC — rate center
- State
- North Carolina
- Active prefixes
- 10
- Carriers
- 5
- Pooled prefixes
- 9
- LATA
- 951
- Metro area
- Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA
In NANP numbering, Louisburg, North Carolina is a rate center — the anchor point for local numbers. It is reached through 919, 984 (multiple area codes serve it).
The rate center currently carries 10 working prefixes, held by 5 different carriers. Pooling applies to 9 of them — individual thousands-blocks may belong to different companies.
The rate center belongs to the Raleigh-Cary, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area. Routing-wise it sits in LATA 951.
Because 919, 984 all serve this territory, two Louisburg numbers can look completely different while being neighbors — check the prefix, not just the area code.
A Louisburg 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 Louisburg
| Prefix | Code holder | Pooled |
|---|---|---|
| 919-340 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | Yes |
| 919-495 | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - NC | Yes |
| 919-496 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | No |
| 919-497 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | Yes |
| 919-727 | UNITED STATES CELLULAR - NC | Yes |
| 919-729 | SUNCOM DBA T-MOBILE USA | Yes |
| 919-853 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | Yes |
FAQ
What area code is Louisburg, NC?
Louisburg is served by 2 area codes — 919, 984 — which overlay the same territory.
How many prefixes does Louisburg have?
10 active NXX prefixes are anchored to this rate center in NANPA records, held by 5 carriers.
Is a call from a Louisburg prefix really from Louisburg?
Not necessarily. The prefix marks where the number block was issued; porting, VoIP and spoofing all detach calls from that geography.