Area Code 831

FTC complaints involving 831 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 831 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)”, “Dropped call or no message”.

Most-complained 831 numbers:

• (831) 667-2890 — 11 complaints
• (831) 231-2405 — 9 complaints
• (831) 230-3509 — 6 complaints
• (831) 850-0052 — 5 complaints
• (831) 215-9318 — 5 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 831?

Area code 831 covers Salinas and nearby cities including Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Hollister in California, in the Pacific Time.

What cities use area code 831?

Area code 831 serves Salinas, Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Hollister, Marina, and 2 other communities in California.

What time zone is area code 831 in?

Area code 831 is in the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles).

How do you dial a 831 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 831 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 831 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 831 a scam?

A 831 number is geographically tied to California, 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 831 a country code?

No. 831 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 831 number written for international dialing looks like +1 831 followed by the 7-digit local number.