What is the 502 Area Code?
Louisville, KY
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 502 area code serves Louisville, KY and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Louisville, Jeffersontown, Shively, St. Matthews, Fern Creek.
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Legitimate Callers from 502
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5)
Risk Level
5.5/10
2023 Scams
5497
Population
Approximately 1.3 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Louisville, Jeffersontown, Shively, St. Matthews, Fern Creek
Major Employers
- Ford Motor Company, UPS, GE Appliances, Norton Healthcare, Humana
Local Authorities
- Police: Louisville Metro Police Department: (502) 574-7111
- Consumer Protection: Kentucky Office of the Attorney General: (502) 696-5453
- Fraud Unit: Louisville Metro Police Department, Fraud Unit: (502) 574-5253
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