What is the 440 Area Code?

Cleveland Suburbs, OH
Safety Rating: LOW

The 440 area code serves Cleveland Suburbs, OH and surrounding areas. Established in 1998, it covers Akron, Canton, Elyria, Mentor, Parma, Warrensville Heights.

Legitimate Callers from 440

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

Eastern Time (UTC - 5:00)

Risk Level

2.3/10

2023 Scams

2837

Population

Approximately 1.5 million

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • Akron, Canton, Elyria, Mentor, Parma, Warrensville Heights

Major Employers

  • Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Progressive Insurance, Sherwin-Williams

Local Authorities

  • Police: 440 Area Code Police Association (440-263-5887)
  • Consumer Protection: Ohio Attorney General's Office (800-282-0515)
  • Fraud Unit: Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Office Fraud Unit (216-443-5318)

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

Cleveland Suburbs Consumer Protection Office