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Area Code 253: Comprehensive Guide to Technical Specifications and Geographic Coverage

Info: Area code 253 is a key telephone area code in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), covering parts of Washington state, USA.

Technical Specifications of Area Code 253

  • NPA Code: 253
  • Type: Single
  • Implementation Date: April 27, 1997
  • State: Washington

Geographic Coverage

Area code 253 encompasses regions in King County south of Seattle and the southern Puget Sound area, with Tacoma as a central hub. It also includes Gig Harbor, Auburn, and Roy, covering parts of Pierce and southern King County.

Major Cities Served

  • Auburn: 47.30732, -122.22845
  • East Hill-Meridian: 47.41052, -122.17369
  • Federal Way: 47.32232, -122.31262
  • Lakewood: 47.17176, -122.51846
  • Parkland: 47.15538, -122.43401
  • Puyallup: 47.18538, -122.2929
  • South Hill: 47.14121, -122.27012
  • Spanaway: 47.10399, -122.43457
  • Tacoma: 47.25288, -122.44429
  • University Place: 47.23565, -122.5504

Numbering and Utilization Statistics

  • Total Numbers Available: Data not provided
  • Utilization Rate: Data not provided
  • Exhaust Projection: Data not provided

Network Infrastructure

Major Carriers

[List of major carriers with market share percentages]

Available Services

[Types of services available, such as landline, wireless, and VoIP]

Regulatory Framework

Historical Milestones

  • April 27, 1997: Area code 253 was established following a split from area code 206.
  • 2017: Introduction of area code 564 in the numbering plan area 360.

Conclusion

Area code 253 is a vital component of Washington's telecommunications network, serving numerous cities in the southern Puget Sound region. It is poised for future integration with area code 564 to accommodate growing number demands.

For more information on area code regulations, visit the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).