Area Code 971

FTC complaints involving 971 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 971 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Other”, “Dropped call or no message”, “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”.

Most-complained 971 numbers:

• (971) 217-9927 — 29 complaints
• (971) 462-3211 — 21 complaints
• (971) 228-2416 — 15 complaints
• (971) 216-6776 — 11 complaints
• (971) 228-2412 — 7 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 971?

Area code 971 covers Portland, Oregon (Pacific Time) and nearby Salem, Gresham and Hillsboro; overlay 503 shares the same area.

What cities use area code 971?

Area code 971 serves Portland, Salem, Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, and 10 other communities in Oregon.

What time zone is area code 971 in?

Area code 971 is in the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles).

How do you dial a 971 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 971 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 971 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 971 a scam?

A 971 number is geographically tied to Oregon, 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 971 a country code?

No. 971 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 971 number written for international dialing looks like +1 971 followed by the 7-digit local number.