505 Reverse Phone Lookup: Who Called Me?

505 Area Code Spam Calls Reported to FTC

505 area code phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:

Phone Number Complaints Last Reported
(505) 502-0381
5
(505) 835-2352
5
(505) 450-8040
4
(505) 544-1941
3
(505) 230-0412
2
(505) 337-4967
2
(505) 221-6479
2
(505) 732-7445
2
(505) 389-2962
2
(505) 451-3525
2

Area Code 505 Scams

The 505 area code is frequently used for fake process server calls and endless auto warranty notices. These callers lie about pending legal complaints or expiring car coverage to steal your credit card details.

Legal Process / Courts

Leaves urgent voicemails referencing fake case numbers like "TFM27824" and threatening to serve paperwork at your workplace.

"This message is intended for [my name]. I'm contacting you from our client's process division. I received an order for you and it looks like for two pending matters. Now, unfortunately, since I am unable to reach you by phone, I may attempt to reach you at your home and/or your place of employment... reference file number [TFM27824]. You have been officially notified. Good luck."

Vehicle Manufacturers

Robocalls issue a fake "final notice" about expiring vehicle warranties, instructing victims to press 5 to connect to a specialist.

"Voicemail: They must be extended before your vehicle reaches certain mileage again press five to be connected to a warranty specialist."

Comenity Bank / Victoria's Secret

Spoofs bank names and leaves threatening voicemails regarding fake past-due retail credit card accounts.

"I received a voicemail from this number stating I needed to call 800-304-7265... The caller stated they were from 'Community Bank' and it concerned a matter with 'Victoria Secrets' and I needed to call back to avoid 'escalation' of the 'problem'. I've never shopped there and I believe this number to be spam..."

Social Security Administration

Computer-generated voice warns that legal actions have been filed on your SSN and threatens to suspend your number.

"I received a call on my cell phone... The robo call stated that my SS# was found with suspicious activity and that I had to call them back immediately or they were going to close my social and assets."

Computer Tech Support

Claims your computer is hacked and demands remote Anydesk access to install malware and steal financial info.

"Said they are from either 'National Security' or 'Natural Security' asked if I had a computer or macbook pro, that they recieved information about a windows hack... Tried to con me into giving them information. Guys name that I talked to claimed to be 'Peter Parker' like Im stupid enough to fall for that fake name!!"

Real Estate / Homeowners

Predatory investors cold-call or leave voicemails pushing lowball cash offers for your property.

"'Cameron' calling, he and his 'wife' already helped a neighbor of mine out of 'a sticky situation' by buying their house, wants to buy more in my neighborhood. 'Potential cash offer' for my house. Yeah. Blocked."

Law Enforcement Impersonators

Aggressive callers demand personal data, scream at victims, and threaten to dispatch police for "obstruction of justice."

"She started screaming at me and told me that she could track my number and she was going to send the cops to pick me up. I hung up again and she called 6 more times (which I didn't answer) until I blocked the number."

Area Code 505 Location: New Mexico

The 505 numbering plan area covers the northwestern and central portions of New Mexico. Originally established in October 1947, it served the entire state until October 7, 2007, when it was reduced in size due to increasing demand for telecommunication services.

Major Cities:

  • Albuquerque
  • Aztec
  • Belen
  • Espanola
  • Farmington
  • Gallup
  • Las Vegas
  • Los Alamos
  • Los Lunas
  • Santa Fe

Other Cities and Towns:

  • Abiquiu
  • Bernalillo
  • Chimayo
  • Crown Point
  • Dixon
  • Estancia
  • Fence Lake
  • Grants
  • Laguna Acoma
  • Moriarty
  • Mountainair
  • Naschitti
  • Navajo
  • Newcomb
  • Ojo Caliente

Overlay System

Area code 505 was originally the sole area code for New Mexico. On October 7, 2007, the state was split, and area code 575 was introduced to serve the rest of New Mexico, with 505 remaining in the northwestern and central parts. Prior to October 24, 2021, the 505 area code transitioned to ten-digit dialing due to the nationwide designation of 988 as a dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which conflicted with existing central office codes.

Who Calls From 505 Phone Numbers?

Northern and central New Mexico - Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Farmington - is covered by the 505 area code, a region shaped by federal research, healthcare, and state government. Sandia and Los Alamos National Labs background check lines, UNM Hospital appointment schedulers, and state government officials are among the most common callers.