What is the 406 Area Code?

Montana
Safety Rating: MODERATE

The 406 area code serves Montana and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Billings, Missoula, Bozeman, Great Falls, Helena.

Legitimate Callers from 406

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

Mountain Time (GMT-7)

Risk Level

6.5/10

2023 Scams

3832

Population

1,104,274

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • Billings, Missoula, Bozeman, Great Falls, Helena

Major Employers

  • Montana State University, Billings Clinic, St. Vincent Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana

Local Authorities

  • Police: Montana Highway Patrol: (406) 444-1000
  • Consumer Protection: Montana Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division: (406) 444-4302
  • Fraud Unit: Montana Division of Criminal Investigation: (406) 444-3525

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

Montana Consumer Protection Office