What is the 503 Area Code?
Portland, OR
Safety Rating: MODERATE
The 503 area code serves Portland, OR and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Gresham, Vancouver (WA).
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Legitimate Callers from 503
Government
Utilities
Service and billing notifications
Healthcare
Appointment reminders and follow-ups
Timezone
Pacific Time (PT)
Risk Level
5.3/10
2023 Scams
4430
Population
Approximately 2.5 million
Regional Information
Major Cities
- Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Gresham, Vancouver (WA)
Major Employers
- Intel, Nike, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland Public Schools
Local Authorities
- Police: Portland Police Bureau: (503) 823-3333
- Consumer Protection: Oregon Attorney General: (503) 378-4320
- Fraud Unit: Portland Police Fraud Unit: (503) 823-0412
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