What is the 220 Area Code?
Columbus, OH
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 220 area code serves Columbus, OH and surrounding areas. Established in 2001, it covers Columbus, Gahanna, Upper Arlington, Worthington.
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Legitimate Callers from 220
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
America/New_York
Risk Level
6.5/10
2023 Scams
1645
Population
Approximately 2.2 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Columbus
- Gahanna
- Upper Arlington
- Worthington
Major Employers
- Ohio State University
- Nationwide Insurance
- American Electric Power
- JPMorgan Chase
- Huntington Bank
Local Authorities
- Police: Columbus Police Department: (614) 645-4545
- Consumer Protection: Ohio Attorney General's Office: (800) 282-0515
- Fraud Unit: Columbus Division of Police Fraud Unit: (614) 645-7013
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