Area Code 227

Area code 227 is one of the newest NANP area codes

Area code 227 is one of the most recently added codes in the North American Numbering Plan, in service since June 14, 2023. It is an overlay that shares its territory with 240, 301, adding fresh numbers as those codes fill up. Existing numbers in the area keep their codes; only new phone lines may be issued a 227 number.

Because 227 is new and unfamiliar, some people are wary when it appears on caller ID and search for “who called me from 227?” An area code only shows where a number is registered, and any number can be spoofed — so a 227 call is not suspicious on its own. Judge each call by what it asks for, not the code. Is a call from 227 a scam?

FTC complaints involving 227 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 227 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Other”, “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”, “Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends”.

Most-complained 227 numbers:

• (227) 239-9661 — 8 complaints
• (227) 255-8586 — 5 complaints
• (227) 239-9169 — 4 complaints
• (227) 248-9095 — 4 complaints
• (227) 239-9167 — 4 complaints

These are FTC Do Not Call complaints filed about specific numbers shown with this area code — frequently spoofed. The area code itself is not a scam. See the most-reported area codes and the most-reported phone numbers nationwide.

Frequently asked questions

Where is area code 227?

Area code 227 covers Washington and nearby cities including Frederick, Gaithersburg, Rockville in Maryland, in the Eastern Time.

What cities use area code 227?

Area code 227 serves Washington, Frederick, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bowie, and 22 other communities in Maryland.

What time zone is area code 227 in?

Area code 227 is in the Eastern Time (America/New_York).

How do you dial a 227 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 227 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 227 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 227 a scam?

A 227 number is geographically tied to Maryland, but caller ID can be spoofed, so the displayed area code does not prove where a caller really is. If you did not expect the call, do not share personal information and consider looking the number up.

Is 227 a country code?

No. 227 is a US area code (a domestic 3-digit code), not a country code. The country (calling) code for the United States is +1, shared across the North American Numbering Plan. So a full 227 number written for international dialing looks like +1 227 followed by the 7-digit local number.