Area Code 512

FTC complaints involving 512 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 512 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Other”, “Dropped call or no message”, “Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends”.

Most-complained 512 numbers:

• (512) 463-4660 — 26 complaints
• (512) 862-9555 — 21 complaints
• (512) 884-5022 — 21 complaints
• (512) 900-3239 — 19 complaints
• (512) 443-3336 — 16 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 512?

Area code 512 covers Austin and nearby cities including Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown in Texas, in the Central Time.

What cities use area code 512?

Area code 512 serves Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, San Marcos in Texas.

What time zone is area code 512 in?

Area code 512 is in the Central Time (America/Chicago).

How do you dial a 512 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 512 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 512 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 512 a scam?

A 512 number is geographically tied to Texas, 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 512 a country code?

No. 512 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 512 number written for international dialing looks like +1 512 followed by the 7-digit local number.