Where is the 279 area code?

The 279 area code covers Sacramento, California (Pacific Time).

Are calls from 279 spam?

Not all 279 calls are spam, but scammers often spoof local 279 numbers ("neighbor spoofing") so a call looks familiar. Look up the specific number to check.

279 area code

Sacramento, California · Pacific Time

The 279 area code serves Sacramento, California. Getting a call from 279? It may be a real local caller — but scammers frequently spoof local 279 numbers so the call looks familiar (“neighbor spoofing”), even when they’re nowhere near Sacramento.

Recently reported 279 numbers

No 279 numbers have been reported here yet. If a 279 number called you, look it up above and add a report to warn others.

Common scams using 279 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 279 are normally assigned. Caller ID can be spoofed, so a 279call may not actually originate from Sacramento, California.