What is the 319 Area Code?

Cedar Rapids, IA
Safety Rating: MODERATE

The 319 area code serves Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha.

Legitimate Callers from 319

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

5.6/10

2023 Scams

4076

Population

Around 270,000

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • Cedar Rapids
  • Marion
  • Hiawatha

Major Employers

  • Collins Aerospace
  • General Mills
  • PepsiCo
  • Mercy Medical Center

Local Authorities

  • Police: Cedar Rapids Police Department: (319) 286-5491
  • Consumer Protection: Iowa Attorney General's Office Consumer Protection Division: (515) 281-5926
  • Fraud Unit: Federal Trade Commission (FTC): https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/ or (877) 382-4357

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

Cedar Rapids Consumer Protection Office