Area Code 401

FTC complaints involving 401 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 401 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Other”, “Dropped call or no message”, “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”.

Most-complained 401 numbers:

• (401) 203-7947 — 16 complaints
• (401) 266-2999 — 8 complaints
• (401) 358-6588 — 7 complaints
• (401) 770-8700 — 7 complaints
• (401) 799-2344 — 6 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 401?

Area code 401 covers Providence and nearby cities including Cranston, Pawtucket, East Providence in Rhode Island, in the Eastern Time.

What cities use area code 401?

Area code 401 serves Providence, Cranston, Pawtucket, East Providence, Woonsocket, and 4 other communities in Rhode Island.

What time zone is area code 401 in?

Area code 401 is in the Eastern Time (America/New_York).

How do you dial a 401 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 401 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 401 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 401 a scam?

A 401 number is geographically tied to Rhode Island, 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 401 a country code?

No. 401 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 401 number written for international dialing looks like +1 401 followed by the 7-digit local number.