What is the 361 Area Code?

Corpus Christi, TX
Safety Rating: MODERATE

The 361 area code serves Corpus Christi, TX and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Corpus Christi, Beeville, George West, Kingsville, Alice.

Legitimate Callers from 361

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 Zone (UTC-6)

Risk Level

5.2/10

2023 Scams

2848

Population

~435,000

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • Corpus Christi
  • Beeville
  • George West
  • Kingsville
  • Alice

Major Employers

  • Citgo
  • Valero Energy
  • Bayfront Medical Center
  • Naval Air Station Corpus Christi
  • Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Local Authorities

  • Police: Corpus Christi Police Department: (361) 886-2600
  • Consumer Protection: Texas Office of the Attorney General - Corpus Christi Regional Office: (361) 884-0789
  • Fraud Unit: Corpus Christi Police Department Fraud Unit: (361) 886-2677

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

Corpus Christi Consumer Protection Office