Where is the 252 area code?

The 252 area code covers Greenville, North Carolina (Eastern Time).

Are calls from 252 spam?

Not all 252 calls are spam, but scammers often spoof local 252 numbers ("neighbor spoofing") so a call looks familiar. Look up the specific number to check.

252 area code

Greenville, North Carolina · Eastern Time

The 252 area code serves Greenville, North Carolina. Getting a call from 252? It may be a real local caller — but scammers frequently spoof local 252 numbers so the call looks familiar (“neighbor spoofing”), even when they’re nowhere near Greenville.

Recently reported 252 numbers

No 252 numbers have been reported here yet. If a 252 number called you, look it up above and add a report to warn others.

Common scams using 252 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 252 are normally assigned. Caller ID can be spoofed, so a 252call may not actually originate from Greenville, North Carolina.