What is the 256 Area Code?
Huntsville, AL
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 256 area code serves Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, Cullman, Florence.
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Legitimate Callers from 256
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Central Time (UTC-6)
Risk Level
5.2/10
2023 Scams
5630
Population
Approximately 500,000
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, Cullman, Florence
Major Employers
- Redstone Arsenal, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama
Local Authorities
- Police: Huntsville Police Department: (256) 722-7100
- Consumer Protection: Alabama Attorney General's Office: (334) 231-7341
- Fraud Unit: Madison County Sheriff's Office Fraud Unit: (256) 533-8873
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