What is the 248 Area Code?
Detroit Suburbs, MI
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 248 area code serves Detroit Suburbs, MI and surrounding areas. Established in 1997, it covers Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Rochester Hills, Southfield.
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Legitimate Callers from 248
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Eastern Time Zone
Risk Level
5.5/10
2023 Scams
4731
Population
Approximately 1.2 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Bloomfield Hills
- Birmingham
- Troy
- Rochester Hills
- Southfield
Major Employers
- General Motors
- Ford Motor Company
- Chrysler
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
- Beaumont Health
Local Authorities
- Police: Oakland County Sheriff's Office: (248) 858-4911
- Consumer Protection: Michigan Attorney General's Office: (517) 373-1140
- Fraud Unit: Oakland County Sheriff's Office Financial Crimes Unit: (248) 858-4957
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