What is the 304 Area Code?
West Virginia
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 304 area code serves West Virginia and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg, Wheeling.
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Legitimate Callers from 304
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5)
Risk Level
6.2/10
2023 Scams
3455
Population
1,793,716
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg, Wheeling
Major Employers
- Cardinal Health, Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia, Mylan Pharmaceuticals
Local Authorities
- Police: West Virginia State Police: 1-800-642-3731
- Consumer Protection: West Virginia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division: 1-800-368-8808
- Fraud Unit: West Virginia Fusion Center: 1-304-558-3326
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