Location
New York, NY
Reported numbers
20
Reports in last 7 days
0
Reports in last 30 days
0
Last activity
Not available

About area code 718

Area code 718 is commonly associated with New York, NY. The most common report type in this area code is unknown, with 882 reports.

What people report about area code 718

Recent reports for area code 718 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.

Suspicious or scam-like Unknown callers Asked to call back Repeated calls Vague or missing voicemail
“Call rang out after five rings, no chance to get to it beforehand so can only assume it was an automated ring looking for a person to answer?”
“Never a good sign when someone calls but leaves no message. Called me few times but did not leave any message. Can anyone identify the phone number?”

What stands out about area code 718

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 718, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block. The page also has usable geographic context through New York, NY, which helps users decide whether a call looks locally relevant or completely unfamiliar.

Should you answer calls from area code 718?

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 718 is commonly associated with New York, NY. The map below shows an approximate location reference and may not represent the full coverage area.

Reported call types

Type
Reports
Share
Unknown
882
93.9%
Scam suspicion
40
4.3%
Silent call
7
0.7%
SSN scam
6
0.6%
IRS scam
2
0.2%
Debt collector
1
0.1%
Valid
1
0.1%

Popular prefixes in area code 718

718-244

Numbers: 15 Reports: 23
Last activity: May 31, 2021

718-766

Numbers: 9 Reports: 22
Last activity: Mar 14, 2021

718-586

Numbers: 2 Reports: 19
Last activity: Jul 26, 2022

718-568

Numbers: 11 Reports: 15
Last activity: Oct 18, 2021

718-576

Numbers: 9 Reports: 13
Last activity: Sep 8, 2021

718-691

Numbers: 6 Reports: 12
Last activity: Nov 21, 2022

718-304

Numbers: 11 Reports: 11
Last activity: Feb 9, 2022

718-569

Numbers: 10 Reports: 11
Last activity: Aug 23, 2021

718-305

Numbers: 11 Reports: 11
Last activity: Mar 19, 2021

718-400

Numbers: 8 Reports: 9
Last activity: Apr 4, 2022

718-550

Numbers: 9 Reports: 9
Last activity: Jan 24, 2022

718-506

Numbers: 9 Reports: 9
Last activity: Dec 21, 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 718

Where is area code 718 located?

Area code 718 should be treated as a general reference point, not proof of the caller's exact location.

Why do so many calls from area code 718 seem suspicious?

Recent reports for area code 718 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 718-244 tell me?

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 718, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block.

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