What is the 215 Area Code?
Philadelphia, PA
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 215 area code serves Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Philadelphia, Abington, Jenkintown, Norristown, Upper Darby.
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Legitimate Callers from 215
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Eastern Time Zone (EST)
Risk Level
5.3/10
2023 Scams
3090
Population
Approximately 1.6 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Philadelphia
- Abington
- Jenkintown
- Norristown
- Upper Darby
Major Employers
- Jefferson Health
- Comcast
- Drexel University
- SEPTA
- Philadelphia Energy Solutions
Local Authorities
- Police: Philadelphia Police Department (215-686-3333)
- Consumer Protection: Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (877-847-3303)
- Fraud Unit: Philadelphia District Attorney's Office, Economic Crimes Unit (215-686-9200)
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