Looking to connect with customers in Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, or Hoover? A 205 area code gives your business instant local credibility in Central and Western Alabama — even if you're working remotely or out-of-state. Due to high demand, new 205 numbers are no longer being issued. If you already have a 205 number, you can easily port it to DialLink. If not, overlay code 659 is now available and covers the same region.
With DialLink, you can activate a local Alabama number in minutes and manage all business calls and texts through one simple, AI-powered cloud phone system.
The 205 area code is one of Alabama's original codes, covering key cities like Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Hoover, Bessemer, and Jasper. Since its creation in 1947, it has become synonymous with the state's industrial, educational, and cultural hubs.
To accommodate the growing population and business activity, the 659 overlay was introduced in 2019. Whether you choose 205 or 659, you'll connect with local customers and build trust across Central Alabama.
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Whether you're based in Alabama or simply want to break into the market, DialLink's numbers help your business sound local, feel accessible, and stay organized.
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Area code 205 is located in Alabama, covering parts of Central and Western Alabama, including Birmingham and Tuscaloosa.
Cities in the 205 area code include Birmingham, Hoover, Tuscaloosa, Bessemer, Jasper, and Northport.
Area code 205 is in the Southeastern United States, covering major cities in Central Alabama.
The 659 area code is the official overlay for 205. Both codes serve the same region and are used interchangeably for new number assignments.
An overlay area code is a second area code added to the same geographic region as an existing one. It increases number availability without changing existing phone numbers.
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