Oxford, NC — rate center
- State
- North Carolina
- Active prefixes
- 18
- Carriers
- 9
- Pooled prefixes
- 17
- LATA
- 951
- Metro area
- (Durham-Chapel Hill, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area)
In NANP numbering, Oxford, 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 18 working prefixes, held by 9 different carriers. Pooling applies to 17 of them — individual thousands-blocks may belong to different companies.
The rate center belongs to the (Durham-Chapel Hill, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area). Routing-wise it sits in LATA 951.
Because 919, 984 all serve this territory, two Oxford numbers can look completely different while being neighbors — check the prefix, not just the area code.
A Oxford 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 Oxford
| Prefix | Code holder | Pooled |
|---|---|---|
| 919-339 | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - NC | Yes |
| 919-482 | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - NC | Yes |
| 919-514 | NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA | Yes |
| 919-603 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | Yes |
| 919-690 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | Yes |
| 919-691 | CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - NC | Yes |
| 919-692 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | Yes |
| 919-693 | BRIGHTSPEED OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC | No |
| 919-702 | NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA | Yes |
| 919-725 | UNITED STATES CELLULAR - NC | Yes |
| 919-892 | PAETEC ITEL, LLC | Yes |
| 919-939 | METROPCS, INC. | Yes |
FAQ
What area code is Oxford, NC?
Oxford is served by 2 area codes — 919, 984 — which overlay the same territory.
How many prefixes does Oxford have?
18 active NXX prefixes are anchored to this rate center in NANPA records, held by 9 carriers.
Is a call from a Oxford prefix really from Oxford?
Not necessarily. The prefix marks where the number block was issued; porting, VoIP and spoofing all detach calls from that geography.