Area code 503
503 is Portland, Salem, Gresham, Oregon.
Area code 503 at a glance
- State
- Oregon
- Main cities
- Portland, Salem, Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Astoria
- Time zone
- Pacific Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 971
- In service since
- 1947
971 covers the exact same area as 503 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 503?
Area code 503 covers Portland, Salem, Gresham in Oregon.
What time is it in area code 503?
Area code 503 is in the Pacific Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 971 the same area as 503?
Yes. 971 is an overlay of 503 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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