Location
Hammond, IN
Reported numbers
1,282
Reports in last 7 days
0
Reports in last 30 days
0
Last activity
Aug 5, 2026

About area code 219

Area code 219 is commonly associated with Hammond, IN. The most common report type in this area code is unknown, with 1325 reports. Recent activity has been recorded for numbers in this area code, helping users identify possible spam or unwanted calls.

Area code profile

Active prefixes represented: 9
Cities in available prefix data: Hammond
Common operators in available prefix data: LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, AMERITECH INDIANA, COMCAST PHONE OF CENTRAL INDIANA
Line types: Landline

Most reported numbers in area code 219

What people report about area code 219

Historical reports for area code 219 include recurring mentions of connection (2 of 32 unique comments).

Connection Information
“The automated caller claimed to represent my debit card issuer and reported a purchase request. The message did not clearly identify the bank or card involved.”
“Early morning call from foreign sounding male.”

What stands out about area code 219

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 219, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block. The page also has usable geographic context through Hammond, IN, which helps users decide whether a call looks locally relevant or completely unfamiliar.

Should you answer calls from area code 219?

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 219 is commonly associated with Hammond, IN. The map below shows an approximate location reference and may not represent the full coverage area.

Reported call types

Type
Reports
Share
Unknown
1,325
97.1%
Scam suspicion
31
2.3%
SSN scam
7
0.5%
Silent call
1
0.1%
Telemarketer
1
0.1%

Popular prefixes in area code 219

219-248

Numbers: 94 Reports: 97
Last activity: Aug 26, 2022

219-224

Numbers: 75 Reports: 77
Last activity: Jul 19, 2022

219-356

Numbers: 71 Reports: 73
Last activity: Jan 4, 2021

219-288

Numbers: 69 Reports: 71
Last activity: Feb 4, 2022

219-244

Numbers: 63 Reports: 63
Last activity: Nov 29, 2021

219-333

Numbers: 32 Reports: 50
Last activity: Aug 24, 2022

219-300

Numbers: 42 Reports: 44
Last activity: Nov 26, 2021

219-217

Numbers: 34 Reports: 36
Last activity: Feb 5, 2022

219-285

Numbers: 22 Reports: 34
Last activity: Jan 27, 2022

219-233

Numbers: 32 Reports: 33
Last activity: Mar 21, 2022

219-212

Numbers: 25 Reports: 25
Last activity: Feb 2, 2022

219-258

Numbers: 23 Reports: 24
Last activity: Jan 26, 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 219

Where is area code 219 located?

Area code 219 should be treated as a general reference point, not proof of the caller's exact location.

Why do so many calls from area code 219 seem suspicious?

Historical reports for area code 219 include recurring mentions of connection (2 of 32 unique comments).

What can prefix 219-248 tell me?

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 219, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block.

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