Vashon, WA — rate center
- State
- Washington
- Area codes
- 206
- Active prefixes
- 8
- Carriers
- 6
- Pooled prefixes
- 7
- LATA
- 674
- Metro area
- Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA MSA
In NANP numbering, Vashon, Washington is a rate center — the anchor point for local numbers. It is reached through 206.
The rate center currently carries 8 working prefixes, held by 6 different carriers. Pooling applies to 7 of them — individual thousands-blocks may belong to different companies.
The rate center belongs to the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area. Routing-wise it sits in LATA 674.
A Vashon 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 Vashon
| Prefix | Code holder | Pooled |
|---|---|---|
| 206-259 | LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - WA | Yes |
| 206-408 | MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC | Yes |
| 206-463 | CENTURYTEL OF WASHINGTON, INC. DBA CENTURYLINK | No |
| 206-567 | CENTURYTEL OF WASHINGTON, INC. DBA CENTURYLINK | Yes |
| 206-603 | ONVOY SPECTRUM, LLC | Yes |
| 206-738 | ONVOY, LLC - WA | Yes |
| 206-857 | NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC | Yes |
| 206-875 | ONVOY, LLC - WA | Yes |
FAQ
What area code is Vashon, WA?
Vashon numbers use area code 206.
How many prefixes does Vashon have?
8 active NXX prefixes are anchored to this rate center in NANPA records, held by 6 carriers.
Is a call from a Vashon prefix really from Vashon?
Not necessarily. The prefix marks where the number block was issued; porting, VoIP and spoofing all detach calls from that geography.