Area Code 309

FTC complaints involving 309 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 309 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”, “Other”, “Dropped call or no message”.

Most-complained 309 numbers:

• (309) 301-1881 — 282 complaints
• (309) 301-1140 — 231 complaints
• (309) 301-1878 — 210 complaints
• (309) 301-1798 — 171 complaints
• (309) 312-9603 — 151 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 309?

Area code 309 covers Peoria and nearby cities including Bloomington, Normal, Moline in Illinois, in the Central Time.

What cities use area code 309?

Area code 309 serves Peoria, Bloomington, Normal, Moline, Rock Island, and 4 other communities in Illinois.

What time zone is area code 309 in?

Area code 309 is in the Central Time (America/Chicago).

How do you dial a 309 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 309 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 309 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 309 a scam?

A 309 number is geographically tied to Illinois, 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 309 a country code?

No. 309 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 309 number written for international dialing looks like +1 309 followed by the 7-digit local number.