Area code 505
Area code 505 serves Albuquerque and nearby parts of New Mexico, including Santa Fe, Rio Rancho and Farmington. It is on Mountain Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 505 at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| Main city | Albuquerque |
| Time zone | Mountain Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−7 in winter, UTC−6 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 505
- Albuquerque
- Santa Fe
- Rio Rancho
- Farmington
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 505 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 505 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 505 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Central | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Mountain | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Arizona | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Pacific | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
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Questions about 505
What time zone is area code 505?
Area code 505 is on Mountain Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 505?
Area code 505 is in New Mexico. Its main city is Albuquerque, and it also covers Santa Fe, Rio Rancho and Farmington.
What are the legal hours to call a 505 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.