Area Code 573

FTC complaints involving 573 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 573 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)”, “No Subject Provided”.

Most-complained 573 numbers:

• (573) 876-2600 — 17 complaints
• (573) 691-9628 — 9 complaints
• (573) 310-3066 — 5 complaints
• (573) 844-4386 — 4 complaints
• (573) 983-3179 — 4 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 573?

Area code 573 covers Columbia and nearby cities including Jefferson City, Cape Girardeau in Missouri, in the Central Time.

What cities use area code 573?

Area code 573 serves Columbia, Jefferson City, Cape Girardeau in Missouri.

What time zone is area code 573 in?

Area code 573 is in the Central Time (America/Chicago).

How do you dial a 573 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 573 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 573 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 573 a scam?

A 573 number is geographically tied to Missouri, 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 573 a country code?

No. 573 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 573 number written for international dialing looks like +1 573 followed by the 7-digit local number.