What is the 442 Area Code?
Palm Springs, CA
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 442 area code serves Palm Springs, CA and surrounding areas. Established in 2017, it covers Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta.
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Legitimate Callers from 442
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Pacific Time (UTC-8)
Risk Level
5.2/10
2023 Scams
1690
Population
Approximately 100,000
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Palm Springs
- Cathedral City
- Palm Desert
- Indian Wells
- La Quinta
Major Employers
- Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
- Eisenhower Health
- Kimley-Horn
- Omni Hotels & Resorts
- Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
Local Authorities
- Police: Palm Springs Police Department (760) 327-1441
- Consumer Protection: Riverside County District Attorney's Office, Consumer Protection Unit (951) 955-8510
- Fraud Unit: Federal Trade Commission (877) 382-4357
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