506 Area Code – Location Map, Time Zone & Lookup

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📞 506 Area Code — Quick Reference
📍 LocationSaint John, New Brunswick
🕐 Time ZoneAtlantic (UTC-4/UTC-3)
🗓️ StatusActive — Geographic

Area code 506 is assigned to Saint John, New Brunswick. Whether you received an unexpected call from this number or you’re trying to figure out where a 506 number is based, this guide covers the exact location, time zone, spam reputation, blocking instructions, and which cities fall under this code.

📍 Where Is the 506 Area Code Located?

The 506 area code is located in New Brunswick, primarily serving Saint John and the surrounding region. It’s a standard geographic area code under the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). Keep in mind that mobile number portability means someone could carry a 506 number with them after moving — so the code tells you where the number was issued, not necessarily where the person is right now.

506 Area Code — Location Details
State/ProvinceNew Brunswick (NB)
Major CitySaint John
CountryCanada (+1)
Time ZoneAtlantic (UTC-4/UTC-3)
TypeGeographic — Standard
NANPA StatusActive

🕐 506 Area Code Time Zone

The 506 area code operates in the Atlantic Time Zone (UTC-4/UTC-3). Here’s how it compares to other US time zones:

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Time ZoneDifference from 506
Eastern Time-1 hour
Central Time-2 hours
Mountain Time-3 hours
Pacific Time-4 hours
💡 Calling Tip: Reach someone in the 506 area between 10 AM – 4 PM their local time for the best chance of an answer. Calls outside those hours are more likely to be screened or ignored.

🛡️ Is 506 Area Code Spam or Scam?

Is a 506 call spam? Not necessarily — 506 is a legitimate area code serving Saint John and surrounding areas. That said, scammers routinely spoof 506 numbers to make their calls look local. The general rule: if you don’t recognize the number and they don’t leave a voicemail, it’s probably junk.

⚠️ Red Flag: If a 506 caller demands immediate payment via gift cards, wire transfer, or crypto — hang up. No legitimate organization uses these methods. Verify by calling the company’s official number directly.

How to verify: Don’t call back the number — look up the official number for whatever organization the caller claimed to represent and call that instead. Google the full 10-digit number in quotes to check if others have reported it as spam.

📵 How to Block 506 Spam Calls & Texts

Block on iPhone

  1. Open Phone → tap Recents
  2. Tap ⓘ next to the 506 spam number
  3. Scroll down → “Block this Caller”
  4. Silence all unknowns: Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers → ON

Block on Android

  1. Open Phone → find the 506 number
  2. Tap ⋮ menu → “Block number”
  3. For broader blocking: Settings → Blocked numbers → Unknown toggle ON

Report Spam

  1. Forward spam texts to 7726 (SPAM)
  2. Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov
  3. Register at donotcall.gov or call 1-888-382-1222

🔍 Who Called from 506? Reverse Lookup

  1. Google the full 10-digit number in quotes — catches ~70% of unknown callers
  2. Check Whitepages.com or Truecaller.com
  3. Search 800notes.com for community reports
  4. No voicemail left? Almost certainly spam — legitimate callers leave messages
⚠️ One-Ring Scam: If a 506 number rings once and hangs up, do NOT call back. This scam connects you to a premium-rate line that charges your bill.

🔗 Nearby Area Codes

CodeLocationTime Zone
428Fredericton, New BrunswickAtlantic
879Saint John, New BrunswickAtlantic

❓ 506 Area Code — FAQ

What state is 506 area code in?
The 506 area code is in New Brunswick, serving Saint John and surrounding areas.
What city does 506 cover?
506 primarily covers Saint John and nearby communities in New Brunswick.
Is 506 toll-free?
No. 506 is a geographic area code. Toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888.
What time zone is 506?
Atlantic (UTC-4/UTC-3).
Is 506 a scam?
506 is legitimate — it serves real people in Saint John. But scammers may spoof 506 numbers. Verify suspicious callers independently.
Why do I keep getting 506 calls?
Repeated 506 calls without a known contact are likely robocalls. Use your phone’s Silence Unknown Callers feature.
Can I get a 506 number remotely?
Yes — VoIP services like Google Voice offer 506 numbers regardless of where you live.
Is 506 cell or landline?
506 covers both. US area codes don’t distinguish between mobile and landline.
How do I block 506 calls?
iPhone: Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers. Android: Phone → Settings → Blocked numbers. For area-code blocking, use Truecaller or RoboKiller.

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Updated April 2026 · Data from NANPA & FCC · areacodess.org/