Area Code 572

Area code 572 is one of the newest NANP area codes

Area code 572 is one of the most recently added codes in the North American Numbering Plan, in service since May 24, 2021. It is an overlay that shares its territory with 405, adding fresh numbers as those codes fill up. Existing numbers in the area keep their codes; only new phone lines may be issued a 572 number.

Because 572 is new and unfamiliar, some people are wary when it appears on caller ID and search for “who called me from 572?” An area code only shows where a number is registered, and any number can be spoofed — so a 572 call is not suspicious on its own. Judge each call by what it asks for, not the code. Is a call from 572 a scam?

FTC complaints involving 572 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 572 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends”, “Other”, “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”.

Most-complained 572 numbers:

• (572) 205-1918 — 5 complaints
• (572) 220-5076 — 4 complaints
• (572) 201-2338 — 4 complaints
• (572) 203-1161 — 3 complaints
• (572) 200-1207 — 3 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 572?

Area code 572 covers Oklahoma City and nearby cities including Norman, Edmond, Moore in Oklahoma, in the Central Time.

What cities use area code 572?

Area code 572 serves Oklahoma City, Norman, Edmond, Moore, Midwest City, and 5 other communities in Oklahoma.

What time zone is area code 572 in?

Area code 572 is in the Central Time (America/Chicago).

How do you dial a 572 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 572 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 572 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 572 a scam?

A 572 number is geographically tied to Oklahoma, 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 572 a country code?

No. 572 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 572 number written for international dialing looks like +1 572 followed by the 7-digit local number.