What is the 225 Area Code?
Baton Rouge, LA
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 225 area code serves Baton Rouge, LA and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Baton Rouge, Baker, Zachary, Central, Denham Springs.
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Legitimate Callers from 225
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Central Time Zone (UTC−06:00)
Risk Level
5.2/10
2023 Scams
3794
Population
Approximately 800,000
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Baton Rouge, Baker, Zachary, Central, Denham Springs
Major Employers
- Louisiana State University, ExxonMobil, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Shell Chemical, Dow Chemical
Local Authorities
- Police: Baton Rouge Police Department - (225) 389-3870
- Consumer Protection: Louisiana Attorney General's Office - (225) 326-6000
- Fraud Unit: Baton Rouge Police Department Fraud Unit - (225) 389-3722
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