What is the 484 Area Code?

Allentown, PA
Safety Rating: MODERATE

The 484 area code serves Allentown, PA and surrounding areas. Established in 2013, it covers Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton.

Legitimate Callers from 484

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 Zone (UTC -05:00)

Risk Level

4.5/10

2023 Scams

4245

Population

Approximately 860,000

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • Allentown
  • Bethlehem
  • Easton

Major Employers

  • Lehigh Valley Health Network
  • Air Products and Chemicals
  • PPL Corporation

Local Authorities

  • Police: Allentown Police Department (610-437-7751)
  • Consumer Protection: Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General Bureau of Consumer Protection (800-441-2555)
  • Fraud Unit: Allentown Police Department Fraud Unit (610-437-7751 ext. 2582)

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

Allentown Consumer Protection Office