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.
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Legitimate Callers from 440
Government
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