Area Code 505 Phone Number
for Your Business
Get a local 505 number for your business in Albuquerque, NM. Cloud VoIP with SMS, an auto attendant (IVR), and more — starting at $30/ext/mo. No contracts.
What Is Area Code 505?
Area code 505 is a North American telephone area code serving Albuquerque, New Mexico and 1 other city in the region. It is one of the original 1947 North American area codes and operates on Mountain Time. Businesses operating in the 505 area code region use local numbers to build trust with customers, improve answer rates, and establish a professional local presence.
With Zonitel, you can get a new 505 area code number or port your existing one with guided onboarding — no hardware required. Your team can make and receive calls from any device using the Zonitel mobile app or web portal.
Area Code 505 at a Glance
- Region
- Albuquerque / Santa Fe / Most of NM, New Mexico
- In service
- One of the original 1947 North American area codes
- Time zone
- Mountain Time
- Overlay
- None — the only area code for its territory
- Later split off
- 575 was created from 505's territory
- Telemarketing hours
- 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Mountain Time for residential numbers (TCPA, 47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1))
Cities Served by Area Code 505
Why Your Business Needs a 505 Local Number
A local number tells customers you're part of the community. People in Albuquerque are more likely to pick up a call from a 505 number they recognize than from an unfamiliar out-of-area number.
Everything Included With Your 505 Number
Zonitel is not just a phone number — it's a complete cloud business phone system. Every plan includes:
Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 505
What cities use area code 505?
Area code 505 serves the Albuquerque / Santa Fe / Most of NM area of New Mexico. Cities in the 505 region include Albuquerque, NM; Santa Fe, NM.
Is area code 505 an overlay?
No. 505 is not part of an overlay; it is the only area code serving its territory.
What time zone is area code 505 in?
Area code 505 is in Mountain Time. Telemarketing calls to residential 505 numbers are limited to 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Mountain Time under the TCPA (47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1)).
Can I get a 505 number for my business without moving there?
Yes. With Zonitel's cloud VoIP, you can get a 505 area code number regardless of where your business is physically located. This lets you establish a local presence in Albuquerque without a physical office.
Can I keep my existing 505 number and switch to Zonitel?
Yes. Number porting is free. Porting commonly takes 5–10 business days depending on your current carrier, and your old service stays active until the coordinated cutover.
How much does a 505 business phone number cost?
Zonitel plans start at $30/extension/month plus tax, with no setup fees and no contracts. Your 505 local number is included in the plan.
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