506 area code
Get a local phone number in Moncton, NB
Biggest city:
Moncton
State:
New Brunswick
Major Cities:
Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton, Miramichi, Bathurst
Timezone:
Atlantic (GMT -4)
Population:
72,018
Average Income:
$82,900
Zip codes:
E1C 1A1
E1G 5V9
Unemployment Rate:
6.30%
Nearby area codes:
207
367
506 area code summary
Area code 506 serves the entire province of New Brunswick in Canada, covering cities such as Fredericton (the provincial capital), Moncton, and Saint John. Introduced in 1955, 506 remains the only area code for the province, giving it a unified telecom identity. New Brunswick’s economy is diverse, with key sectors in forestry, mining, agriculture, education, and healthcare. Moncton has become a hub for transportation, retail, and call center operations, while Fredericton is known for its universities and growing IT sector. Saint John supports manufacturing, shipping, and energy production. The bilingual nature of the province — with both English and French spoken widely — gives the area a unique cultural dynamic. A 506 number offers credibility across the entire province, making it ideal for government services, local businesses, and startups looking to tap into the Atlantic Canada market.
Fun fact 💡
Saint John’s Reversing Falls, a tidal phenomenon, wows since discovery.
🏢First Phone Company:
New Brunswick Telephone Company (later NBTel, Bell Aliant)
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