Where is the 803 area code?

The 803 area code covers Columbia, South Carolina (Eastern Time).

Are calls from 803 spam?

Not all 803 calls are spam, but scammers often spoof local 803 numbers ("neighbor spoofing") so a call looks familiar. Look up the specific number to check.

803 area code

Columbia, South Carolina · Eastern Time

The 803 area code serves Columbia, South Carolina. Getting a call from 803? It may be a real local caller — but scammers frequently spoof local 803 numbers so the call looks familiar (“neighbor spoofing”), even when they’re nowhere near Columbia.

Recently reported 803 numbers

No 803 numbers have been reported here yet. If a 803 number called you, look it up above and add a report to warn others.

Common scams using 803 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 803 are normally assigned. Caller ID can be spoofed, so a 803call may not actually originate from Columbia, South Carolina.