Area Code 251

FTC complaints involving 251 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 251 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)”, “Dropped call or no message”.

Most-complained 251 numbers:

• (251) 289-9052 — 16 complaints
• (251) 766-2195 — 12 complaints
• (251) 356-1468 — 10 complaints
• (251) 349-0149 — 10 complaints
• (251) 349-8654 — 8 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 251?

Area code 251 covers Mobile and nearby cities including Prichard in Alabama, in the Central Time.

What cities use area code 251?

Area code 251 serves Mobile, Prichard in Alabama.

What time zone is area code 251 in?

Area code 251 is in the Central Time (America/Chicago).

How do you dial a 251 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 251 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 251 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 251 a scam?

A 251 number is geographically tied to Alabama, 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 251 a country code?

No. 251 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 251 number written for international dialing looks like +1 251 followed by the 7-digit local number.