What is the 213 Area Code?

Los Angeles, CA
Safety Rating: MODERATE

The 213 area code serves Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Silver Lake, Echo Park, Westlake.

Legitimate Callers from 213

Government

Social Security Administration

Benefits and verification calls

Verify Caller
Official Prefix: 800-772

Internal Revenue Service

Tax-related communications

Verify Caller
Official Prefix: 800-829

Utilities

Service and billing notifications

Healthcare

Appointment reminders and follow-ups

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Risk Level

5.2/10

2023 Scams

3163

Population

Approximately 4 million

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • Downtown Los Angeles
  • Hollywood
  • Silver Lake
  • Echo Park
  • Westlake

Major Employers

  • UCLA
  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
  • The Walt Disney Company
  • Warner Bros.
  • Paramount Pictures

Local Authorities

  • Police: Los Angeles Police Department (213) 485-2504
  • Consumer Protection: Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (800) 593-8222
  • Fraud Unit: Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, Fraud and Elder Abuse Division (213) 974-3613

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

Local Support

Los Angeles Consumer Protection Office