What is the 308 Area Code?

Grand Island, NE
Safety Rating: MODERATE

The 308 area code serves Grand Island, NE and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Grand Island, Hastings, Kearney, North Platte.

Legitimate Callers from 308

Government

Social Security Administration

Benefits and verification calls

Verify Caller
Official Prefix: 800-772

Internal Revenue Service

Tax-related communications

Verify Caller
Official Prefix: 800-829

Utilities

Service and billing notifications

Healthcare

Appointment reminders and follow-ups

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Risk Level

5.3/10

2023 Scams

5003

Population

Approximately 51,000

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • Grand Island
  • Hastings
  • Kearney
  • North Platte

Major Employers

  • CHI Health St. Francis
  • Hormel Foods Corporation
  • JBS USA
  • Nucor
  • Gerdau

Local Authorities

  • Police: Grand Island Police Department: (308) 385-5400
  • Consumer Protection: Nebraska Attorney General's Office: (402) 471-2021
  • Fraud Unit: Nebraska State Patrol Fraud Unit: (402) 479-4948

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

Local Support

Grand Island Consumer Protection Office