Location
Kenosha, WI
Reported numbers
20
Reports in last 7 days
0
Reports in last 30 days
0
Last activity
Not available

About area code 262

Area code 262 is commonly associated with Kenosha, WI. The most common report type in this area code is unknown, with 927 reports.

What people report about area code 262

Recent reports for area code 262 are mostly about unknown callers, and many users also describe the calls as suspicious. A common pattern is a vague or unhelpful voicemail that still leaves the call feeling untrustworthy.

Unknown callers Suspicious or scam-like Asked to call back Vague or missing voicemail Repeated calls
“Spam reported and negative rating for this number”
“I’ve been receiving a scam call everyday between 9-10:00 am from a different number each time. Today’s call was from this number”

What stands out about area code 262

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 262, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block. The page also has usable geographic context through Kenosha, WI, which helps users decide whether a call looks locally relevant or completely unfamiliar.

Should you answer calls from area code 262?

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 262 is commonly associated with Kenosha, WI. The map below shows an approximate location reference and may not represent the full coverage area.

Reported call types

Type
Reports
Share
Unknown
927
94.2%
Scam suspicion
46
4.7%
Survey
3
0.3%
Debt collector
2
0.2%
IRS scam
2
0.2%
Valid
2
0.2%
Silent call
1
0.1%
Students loan scam
1
0.1%

Popular prefixes in area code 262

262-204

Numbers: 84 Reports: 86
Last activity: Nov 22, 2020

262-218

Numbers: 70 Reports: 78
Last activity: Dec 9, 2021

262-217

Numbers: 23 Reports: 30
Last activity: Jul 28, 2022

262-227

Numbers: 1 Reports: 25
Last activity: Aug 9, 2022

262-536

Numbers: 24 Reports: 24
Last activity: Jan 31, 2021

262-205

Numbers: 23 Reports: 23
Last activity: Dec 17, 2021

262-618

Numbers: 18 Reports: 18
Last activity: Jun 26, 2022

262-474

Numbers: 16 Reports: 18
Last activity: Mar 30, 2022

262-299

Numbers: 16 Reports: 16
Last activity: Nov 11, 2021

262-233

Numbers: 9 Reports: 15
Last activity: Aug 24, 2022

262-228

Numbers: 14 Reports: 14
Last activity: Mar 16, 2022

262-425

Numbers: 12 Reports: 14
Last activity: Jan 14, 2021

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 262

Where is area code 262 located?

Area code 262 should be treated as a general reference point, not proof of the caller's exact location.

Why do so many calls from area code 262 seem suspicious?

Recent reports for area code 262 are mostly about unknown callers, and many users also describe the calls as suspicious. A common pattern is a vague or unhelpful voicemail that still leaves the call feeling untrustworthy.

What can prefix 262-204 tell me?

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 262, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block.

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