What is the 262 Area Code?
Milwaukee Suburbs, WI
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 262 area code serves Milwaukee Suburbs, WI and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Brookfield, Waukesha, Pewaukee, Racine, Kenosha.
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Legitimate Callers from 262
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Risk Level
6.2/10
2023 Scams
1053
Population
Approximately 1.5 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Brookfield
- Waukesha
- Pewaukee
- Racine
- Kenosha
Major Employers
- GE Healthcare
- Briggs & Stratton
- Snap-on Tools
- Johnson Controls
- Kohler
Local Authorities
- Police: Waukesha County Sheriff's Department: 262-548-7122
- Consumer Protection: Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: 1-800-422-7128
- Fraud Unit: Waukesha County Sheriff's Department, Fraud Unit: 262-548-7175
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