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.
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Legitimate Callers from 213
Government
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