What is the 480 Area Code?
Phoenix East Valley, AZ
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 480 area code serves Phoenix East Valley, AZ and surrounding areas. Established in 1992, it covers Scottsdale, Tempe, Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert.
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Legitimate Callers from 480
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
Risk Level
5.5/10
2023 Scams
5035
Population
Approximately 2.5 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Scottsdale
- Tempe
- Chandler
- Mesa
- Gilbert
Major Employers
- Mayo Clinic Hospital
- Arizona State University
- Intel
- GoDaddy
- Wells Fargo
Local Authorities
- Police: Phoenix Police Department: (602) 262-6151
- Consumer Protection: Arizona Attorney General's Office Consumer Protection Division: (602) 542-5025
- Fraud Unit: Arizona Department of Public Safety Financial Crimes Unit: (602) 223-2121
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