What is the 504 Area Code?

New Orleans, LA
Safety Rating: MODERATE

The 504 area code serves New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas. Established in 1947, it covers New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner.

Legitimate Callers from 504

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

Central Time Zone (UTC-6)

Risk Level

5.3/10

2023 Scams

4102

Population

Approximately 1.25 million

Regional Information

Major Cities

  • New Orleans
  • Metairie
  • Kenner

Major Employers

  • Ochsner Health System
  • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
  • Port of New Orleans

Local Authorities

  • Police: New Orleans Police Department: (504) 821-2222
  • Consumer Protection: Louisiana State Attorney General's Office: (504) 568-5000
  • Fraud Unit: Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Fraud and ID Theft Unit: (504) 364-5300

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

New Orleans Consumer Protection Office