Area Code 816

FTC complaints involving 816 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 816 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Other”, “No Subject Provided”, “Dropped call or no message”.

Most-complained 816 numbers:

• (816) 357-4151 — 19 complaints
• (816) 357-4100 — 9 complaints
• (816) 678-0713 — 9 complaints
• (816) 300-3394 — 6 complaints
• (816) 307-6538 — 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 816?

Area code 816 covers Kansas City and nearby cities including Independence, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs in Missouri, in the Central Time.

What cities use area code 816?

Area code 816 serves Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, Belton, and 5 other communities in Missouri.

What time zone is area code 816 in?

Area code 816 is in the Central Time (America/Chicago).

How do you dial a 816 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 816 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 816 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 816 a scam?

A 816 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 816 a country code?

No. 816 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 816 number written for international dialing looks like +1 816 followed by the 7-digit local number.