What is the 239 Area Code?
Fort Myers, FL
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 239 area code serves Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas. Established in 1999, it covers Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero.
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Legitimate Callers from 239
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Eastern Time (UTC-5)
Risk Level
4.2/10
2023 Scams
4024
Population
Approximately 750,000
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Fort Myers
- Cape Coral
- Naples
- Bonita Springs
- Estero
Major Employers
- Lee Health
- FGCU
- Chico's FAS
- Arthrex
- Seagate Technology
Local Authorities
- Police: Fort Myers Police Department (239-321-7700)
- Consumer Protection: Florida Attorney General's Office (850-414-3990)
- Fraud Unit: Lee County Economic Crimes Task Force (239-533-7700)
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