The 256 area code is located in the state of Alabama, and according to Intelius data, covers roughly 979,538 phone numbers and 1,374,712 listings across 797 prefixes.
This is a General Purpose Code, in service since March 23, 1998.
Area code 256 is part of an overlay complex shared with:
Area code 256 was split from area code 205.
Local calls within area code 256 require 10 digits dialing, while long-distance calls require 1 plus 10 digits dialing.
Have you received a call from a number with a 256 area code? Figure out who is calling you by performing a reverse phone lookup search. Intelius can provide you with a phone report that includes (when available) original line type and carrier, the number owner’s name, last known address and past addresses, age, possible relatives, and more.
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