What is the 205 Area Code?
Birmingham, AL
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 205 area code serves Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Birmingham, Hoover, Vestavia Hills, Mountain Brook, Homewood.
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Legitimate Callers from 205
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Central Time Zone (UTC-6)
Risk Level
5.3/10
2023 Scams
5769
Population
Approximately 1.1 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Birmingham, Hoover, Vestavia Hills, Mountain Brook, Homewood
Major Employers
- Regions Financial, UAB Health System, Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, AT&T, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International
Local Authorities
- Police: Birmingham Police Department: (205) 254-2747
- Consumer Protection: Alabama Attorney General's Office: (205) 256-2341
- Fraud Unit: Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Fraud Investigation Unit: (205) 325-1450
Active Scam Alerts
No active scam alerts at this time.
Safety Resources
How to Report Scams
Immediate Steps:
- Document the call details
- Report to FTC at ftc.gov/complaint
- Contact local authorities
- Alert your bank if needed
Follow-up Actions:
- File written complaint
- Monitor credit reports
- Join Do Not Call Registry
- Share alert with community