Location
Portland, ME
Reported numbers
992
Reports in last 7 days
1
Reports in last 30 days
1
Last activity
Sep 28, 2026

About area code 207

Area code 207 is commonly associated with Portland, ME. The most common report type in this area code is unknown, with 1064 reports. Users submitted 1 reports related to this area code in the last 30 days.

Area code profile

Active prefixes represented: 10
Cities in available prefix data: Portland
Common operators in available prefix data: BIDDEFORD INTERNET CORPORATION - ME, COMCAST PHONE OF MAINE, CTC COMMUNICATIONS CORP. - ME
Line types: Landline

Most reported numbers in area code 207

What people report about area code 207

Recent reports for area code 207 include recurring mentions of information (4 of 45 unique comments).

Information Nuisance Silence Area Code Information Details
“2 calls from this # in the space of 10 minutes. Didn't recognize #, and caller ID just came up as "BANGOR, ME". But another site like this says the # is from Portland,...”
“I received a text message from this number asking if I had a few minutes for a short chat. The message was vague and didn't identify the sender or explain the reason for...”

What stands out about area code 207

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 207, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block. Recent reporting activity is still present, although the overall volume is more limited. The page also has usable geographic context through Portland, ME, which helps users decide whether a call looks locally relevant or completely unfamiliar.

Should you answer calls from area code 207?

Because many reports on this page involve unknown callers and suspicious behavior, the safest option is usually to let unexpected calls go to voicemail first and verify the number before responding.

  • Do not trust caller ID alone.
  • Search the full phone number before calling back.
  • Be careful with callers who create urgency or ask for payment.
  • Never share card details, banking data, passwords, or verification codes with an unknown caller.
  • If the call is legitimate, the caller will usually leave a clear voicemail.

Approximate location

Area code 207 is commonly associated with Portland, ME. The map below shows an approximate location reference and may not represent the full coverage area.

Reported call types

Type
Reports
Share
Unknown
1,064
95.3%
Scam suspicion
34
3%
SSN scam
10
0.9%
Silent call
5
0.4%
Debt collector
2
0.2%
IRS scam
1
0.1%
Text message
1
0.1%

Popular prefixes in area code 207

207-999

Numbers: 41 Reports: 46
Last activity: Dec 3, 2020

207-994

Numbers: 40 Reports: 43
Last activity: Oct 7, 2021

207-800

Numbers: 37 Reports: 37
Last activity: Mar 4, 2021

207-203

Numbers: 30 Reports: 32
Last activity: Nov 21, 2022

207-376

Numbers: 32 Reports: 32
Last activity: Aug 25, 2020

207-819

Numbers: 27 Reports: 29
Last activity: Mar 4, 2022

207-707

Numbers: 23 Reports: 27
Last activity: Jun 8, 2022

207-220

Numbers: 22 Reports: 22
Last activity: Jan 18, 2021

207-300

Numbers: 17 Reports: 19
Last activity: Sep 28, 2026

207-607

Numbers: 19 Reports: 19
Last activity: Sep 9, 2021

207-888

Numbers: 10 Reports: 17
Last activity: Mar 6, 2021

207-506

Numbers: 15 Reports: 15
Last activity: Apr 14, 2022

Recently reported numbers

How to check if a call is legitimate

This page gives area-code-level context, but the exact number still matters more. Use the reports, recent activity, and voicemail details together before deciding whether to respond.

  1. Search the exact phone number, not just the area code.
  2. Review recent reports and call type patterns.
  3. Check whether the caller left a clear voicemail with a name and reason for calling.
  4. Do not trust threats, payment demands, or urgent account warnings without independent verification.
  5. Contact banks, delivery firms, insurers, courts, or government agencies through their official websites or phone numbers.

FAQ about area code 207

Where is area code 207 located?

Area code 207 should be treated as a general reference point, not proof of the caller's exact location.

Why do so many calls from area code 207 seem suspicious?

Recent reports for area code 207 include recurring mentions of information (4 of 45 unique comments).

What can prefix 207-999 tell me?

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 207, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block.

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