What is the 336 Area Code?
Greensboro, NC
Safety Rating: LOW
The 336 area code serves Greensboro, NC and surrounding areas. Established in 1990, it covers Greensboro, Burlington, Reidsville, Gibsonville, Kernersville, High Point.
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Legitimate Callers from 336
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-4/-5)
Risk Level
3.4/10
2023 Scams
5260
Population
Approximately 800,000
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Greensboro, Burlington, Reidsville, Gibsonville, Kernersville, High Point
Major Employers
- Honda Aircraft, Volvo Trucks, Wrangler/VF Corporation, Greensboro College, Cone Health
Local Authorities
- Police: Greensboro Police Department: 336-373-2222
- Consumer Protection: North Carolina Department of Justice Consumer Protection Division: 1-877-5-NO-SCAM (1-877-566-7226)
- Fraud Unit: Guilford County Sheriff's Office Fraud Unit: 336-641-3333
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