Where is the 240 area code?

The 240 area code covers Silver Spring, Maryland (Eastern Time).

Are calls from 240 spam?

Not all 240 calls are spam, but scammers often spoof local 240 numbers ("neighbor spoofing") so a call looks familiar. Look up the specific number to check.

240 area code

Silver Spring, Maryland · Eastern Time

The 240 area code serves Silver Spring, Maryland. Getting a call from 240? It may be a real local caller — but scammers frequently spoof local 240 numbers so the call looks familiar (“neighbor spoofing”), even when they’re nowhere near Silver Spring.

Recently reported 240 numbers

No 240 numbers have been reported here yet. If a 240 number called you, look it up above and add a report to warn others.

Common scams using 240 calls

🏛️ IRS / Tax Scam

"You owe back taxes — pay now or be arrested."

🪪 Social Security Scam

"Your Social Security number has been suspended."

🚗 Auto Warranty Robocall

"Your car's extended warranty is about to expire."

📦 Package / Amazon Scam

"There's a problem with your delivery / Amazon order."

Area-code information reflects where numbers in 240 are normally assigned. Caller ID can be spoofed, so a 240call may not actually originate from Silver Spring, Maryland.