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In this post, we are going to look at 602 Area Code Location, Cities, How to Block 602 Area Code.
| 602 Area Code | |
| Location | City of Phoenix, areas of Northern Glendale, Paradise Valley, Tempe. |
| Time Zone | Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) |
| Standard Time | GMT/UTC – 7h |
| Daylight Savings Time | GMT/UTC – 6h |
| Major Cities | Phoenix (State of Arizona) |
| Is Number Toll Free | No |
| Are Scams Reported | Yes, Jury Duty, IRS, FBI Scams |
| Major Carriers | Qwest Corporation, Verizon Wireless, Sprint |
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When I was heading marketing for a large coworking company, I set up the entire cloud telephony infrastructure.
This included setting up toll free numbers, hiring a team of customer support executives, setting up Quality control, improving scripts, improving the whole telephony flow for our customers.
I had used a virtual telephony system back then which meant that calls from around the world were hitting a toll free number such as calls from an 602 Area Code number and then routed back to our customer support executives.
One of the biggest problems plaguing the telephony industry is spam and scam calls. When you get a call from an unknown number, especially a toll free number (like 602 Area Code) it is usually a scam and unless you are aware of the caller, it is best to ignore the call.
602 Area Code: Location, Cities, Scams & How to Block 602 Area Code Calls
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What is 602 Area Code
Area Code 602 was the first area code to be assigned to Arizona but was split later in 1995 and 1999 to meet demand for additional numbers.
Area code 480 and area code 623 was created as part of this split. However, in 2023 area code 480 and area code 623 are scheduled to be merged to make area code 602 which will become an overlay complex for area of metropolitan Phoenix.
This means that starting 2023, area code 602 and area code 623 will require 10 digit dialling.
I have listed the full list of 602 area codes later in this post.
602 Area Code Meaning
602 area code means the telephone area code for the city of Phoenix. Area code 602 also covers areas of Northern Glendale, Paradise Valley, Tempe in the state of Arizona.
602 Area Code Missed Call
If you have ever received a missed code from area code 602 number, it is probably a robo caller or a spam caller trying to identify whether your number is active or not. If you have received area code 602 number, it is best recommended not to call back and always check the number on Google or any reliable source before calling back. Many users have also reported several missed calls from area code 602 numbers which is probably robo dialers trying to dial the number till they get a response.
602 Area Code Spam Calls
Area code 602 numbers are also reported to be used for many spam calls. The areas covered under area code 602 location have many businesses operating from them and sometimes these businesses do cold calling as part of marketing activities. It is difficult to block area code 602 spam numbers as spammers keep changing numbers and if you need to filter out such calls, you will have to use a service like call identification.
602 Area Code Text Message
There have been reports of 602 area code text messages being received by many users residing under area code 602 cities including Phoenix. You should note that most of these messages from 602 area code numbers are actually spammers or scammers trying to verify if a phone number exists or not.
If you get a 602 area code text message from an unknown number, do not respond, call back or click on any of the links in the message as this could be a phishing link which can lead to loss of identity or phone being infected with some type of malware.
History of Area Code 602
As part of the orginial North American Numbering Plan (NANP), the state of Arizona had been assigned area code 602.
In 2007, a new area code 575 was added to meet the increase in telephone numbers,
NANP is part of World 1 Zone which includes 25 regions spanning 20 countries in North America which includes the Caribbean.
In case you did not know, Mexico is not part of NANP.
How Area Codes are Assigned
Area Codes are assigned by the The Federal Communications Commission, commonly known as the FCC.
RespOrgs or Responsible Organizations is a company that maintains the registration for individual toll-free telephone numbers in the distributed Service Management System/800 database.
You can think of RespOrgs like a domain registrar company that provides domain registration services to the end user.
RespOrgs ensure smooth allocation of toll free numbers and it is usually assigned on a first come first serve basis just like that of domain registration.
602 Area Code Location
602 Area Code is telephone area code for metropolitian area of Phoenix.
Phoenix is the largest city served by area code 602 and has an estimted population of aaround 4,652,000.
Phoenix is the capital of Arizona and has many businesses and is also a popular tourist destination.
Phoenix has a large economy, with businesses of many Fortune 500 companies based from the city.
Area code 602 also serves many goverment and private businesses and if you are getting lot of calls from area code 602 numbers, it might be businesses registered in the city of Phoenix.
To get a feel of Phoenix, you can watch this video
602 Area Code Cities
These are some of the cities that are served under area code 602.
- Phoenix
- Glendale
- Paradise Valley
602 Area Code Time Zone
602 Area code Time Zone follows Mountain time or commonly known as MST. Mountain Standard Time (MST) is 7 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Mountain time zone is also known as America/Denver.
602 Area code time zone is classified under GMT/UTC – 6h between November to March.
During the months of daylight savings (March to November), area code 602 will move to Daylight Savings timezone which means GMT/UTC – 6h.
602 Area Code Map
602 Area Code is telephone area code for the city of Pheonix including the metropolitian area.
This is the area code Map that covers 602 area code that be used to understand the geography of areas served by 602 area code.
As the area served by area code 602 is home to many businesses, you will have to look up the address of the caller to know the exact location.
How to Make Calls to 602 Area Code Numbers
There are 3 different ways to call numbers included in the NANP.
Three ways to call numbers are classified on how many numbers you have to dial.
7 Digit Dialling: Dial the number without the area code (if you are in the same area)
10 Digit Dialling: Dial the number with 602 area code followed by the number you are trying to reach.
11 Digit Dialling: Dial 1 (country code), followed by the area code, then dial the number you are trying to reach.
If you are making a local call to reach a 602 number, you can use the 10 digit dialling and if you are calling from outside the US, you should use the 11 digit dialling.
602 Area Code USA
Like I mentioned above, 602 Area Code location is for the city of Pheonix, Arizona.
602 Area Code Canada
Where is 602 Area Code
(602) Area Code
The parenthesis indicate the Area code (602 in this case) and this is usually followed by the telephone number.
Who is Using 602 Area Code Numbers?
Area code 602 was the first area code set up for state of Arizona. As demand for telephone numbers grew, area code 602 was split and area code 520 was also introduced.
As area code 602 covers city of Phoenix, there are many businesses that are currently using area code 602 numbers.
Area code 602 numbers are also reported to be used for marketing purposes so you might get lot of unwanted calls from such numbers as well.
What state is the 602 area code
602 area code is for the state of Arizona.
Where is 602 area code located
602 Area Code Cell Phone
602 area code can be used for cell phones as well as landline numbers. If you are getting lot of 602 area code calls from businesses that you are not associated with, then you can consider blocking the 602 area code number.
602 Area Code Zip Code
In this section, we are going to look at 602 area code zip codes that are currently in service.
| Zip Code | City | State |
| 85001 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85002 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85003 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85004 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85005 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85006 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85007 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85008 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85009 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85010 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85011 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85012 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85013 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85014 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85015 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85016 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85017 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85018 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85019 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85020 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85021 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85022 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85023 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85028 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85029 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85030 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85032 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85033 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85034 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85035 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85036 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85038 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85040 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85041 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85042 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85043 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85044 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85045 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85046 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85048 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85053 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85060 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85061 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85062 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85063 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85064 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85065 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85066 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85067 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85068 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85069 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85070 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85071 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85072 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85073 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85074 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85075 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85076 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85078 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85079 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85080 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85082 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85085 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85086 | Phoenix | Arizona |
| 85087 | NEW RIVER | Arizona |
| 85190 | TORTILLA FLAT | Arizona |
| 85250 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85251 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85252 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85253 | PARADISE VALLEY | Arizona |
| 85254 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85256 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85257 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85261 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85262 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85264 | FORT MCDOWELL | Arizona |
| 85266 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85267 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85269 | FOUNTAIN HILLS | Arizona |
| 85271 | SCOTTSDALE | Arizona |
| 85280 | TEMPE | Arizona |
| 85281 | TEMPE | Arizona |
| 85282 | TEMPE | Arizona |
| 85283 | TEMPE | Arizona |
| 85285 | TEMPE | Arizona |
| 85287 | TEMPE | Arizona |
| 85301 | GLENDALE | Arizona |
| 85302 | GLENDALE | Arizona |
| 85303 | GLENDALE | Arizona |
| 85305 | GLENDALE | Arizona |
| 85311 | GLENDALE | Arizona |
| 85312 | GLENDALE | Arizona |
| 85318 | GLENDALE | Arizona |
| 85327 | CAVE CREEK | Arizona |
| 85331 | CAVE CREEK | Arizona |
| 85377 | CAREFREE | Arizona |
602 Area Code Scams
Like other area code numbers, 602 Area code numbers are also used for plenty of scams.
The most commonly reported 602 area code scam is the denial of Jury Duty Scam.
It has been reported that 602 area code scam is originating from the number (602) 888-2556 and that the caller threatens with arrest and legal proceedings for denial of Jury Duty.
In the area code 602 Jury Duty scam, the caller identifies as an representative of the government and that there is an arrest warrant or large fine for failing to appear for Jury Duty.
Such scammers then goes to ask the call recipient for some identifcation such as Full Name, Social Security Number, Account number etc.
You can read more about 602 area code bank scam here.
Scammers can also call from a 602 Area code number and leave a voice message or a text message asking for the potential victim to call back.
Once they receive a call back, scammers usually make up some story about Jury Duty being mandatory and then try to collect personal information.
Such scammers will usually threaten with arrest or large fines which can be settled with a one time fee while on the call.
If you get such calls from Area Code 602 Numbers, never disclose any person information and if the caller keeps calling just block the number.
Area code 602 scammers often use spoofing software to make numbers look like genuine banks and then try to scam people.
You can also report such numbers and raise a complaint with IC3 government website using this official link.
You can also visit this official FBI website to know about common scams and how you can prevent them.
Area code 602 phone scammers modus operandi starts with either leaving a request for callback or asking for personal information if someone picks up the call.
Usually with such calls, caller first checks the identity of the victim and then proceeds to the scam.
Scammers can also use a Robocall software, the dialler is non-stop and the system will keep calling numbers in its database till they get an answer.
You can watch this video to know more about how scam baiting works.
After buying databases from third party, scammers try to verify identity before they can have a human agent interact with the potential victim.
If you are getting lot of calls from area code 602 claiming to be from any organization cracking down on citizens who have skipped Jury Duty, then just hang up and block the number.
Phone scams using area code 602 numbers are usually made by scammers from outside the US so that they are out of jurisdiction.
To know more about Phone Scams you can watch this video.
How to Prevent 602 Area Code Scam
Easiest way to prevent 602 area code scams is to be aware of common scams and not to encourage scammers by disclosing any personal information.
To prevent 602 area code scams, here are few things you can do.
- Never disclose personal information to callers
- Always look up area code 602 numbers before calling back
- Do not call back unknown area code 602 numbers even if they leave many voice messages for call back.
If you notice that you are getting lot of calls from different 602 area code numbers, it might be a good idea to look up the numbers on Google and block the numbers.
How Do Scammers Get Numbers for 602 Area Code Scam
There are many ways in which scammers get your phone number for calling and trying to scam you out of money.
Usually, scammers target job sites, credit score companies and third party companies that sell data for dirt cheap.
Data is also available on the dark web and on obtaining these numbers, scammers try to verify the numbers using automated calls.
Area Code 602 Toll Free
In case you are wondering if Area Code 602 are toll free, the answer is No. Area Code 602 numbers are not toll free.
How to Block 602 Area code calls
If you are getting lot of unwanted calls from 602 Area code, you can choose to block numbers from these area codes.
Unwanted 602 area code calls could be a sign that your number has leaked online and scammers are trying to find and verify your identity.
How to Block 602 Area Code Calls in Android
Go to Calls History
Tap on “i” Next to the Phone Number
Select Block
How to Block 602 Area Code Calls in iPhone
Go to Calls List
Click on Circled “i”
Select More Information
Select Block Caller
You can also register your numbers on the national Do Not Call list for free by calling 1-888-382-1222 (voice) or 1-866-290-4236 (TTY). You must call from the phone number you wish to register.
If you are tired of getting scam area code calls on your number, you can try signing up for a service like Robokiller.
How to Get Your Own 602 Area Code Number
602 Numbers are currently in high demand and they are being auctioned to the highest bidder.
602 Area Code was one of the first area codes to be set up and it was for the entire state of Arizona.
As 602 Area code numbers are used by many businesses in city of Phoenix, most good numbers are usually taken.
If you want to get 602 area code number, you will have to check with the service providers operating in Phoenix.
602 Area Code Vanity Numbers
Many businesses are also using 602 Area Code vanity numbers to help customers remember the brand easier.
For example, if you are a business into dog food, you can opt for 1-602-DOG-FOOD which makes your business seem attractive and easier to remember for customers.
To Get an 602 Area Code number, you can get in touch with any RespOrgs such as Verizon, Sprint, Global Call Forwarding but since area code 602 numbers have been around since 1947, most numbers are already taken and you may have to contact all major carriers in Phoenix.
602 Area Code Number Cost
The cost of 602 Area Code Number will depend on different providers and the number is usually provided on a monthly cost as a package.
The package will include the 602 number, forwarding service & free minutes to be used every month.
Where is 602 Area Code Call coming from
602 Area Code calls would be usually coming from the city of Phoenix, Arizona.
If you are tired of getting scam area code calls on your number, you can try signing up for a service like Robokiller.
Frequently Asked Questions about 602 Area Code
What area code is 602
602 area code is for the city of Phoenix, Arizona
What cities are in 602 area code?
The largest city covered under 602 area code is Phoenix, Arizona including major business hubs of the city.
Is 602 a landline?
602 area code numbers can be a landline or a cell phone.
How do I stop 602 calls?
You can block 602 Calls using the instructions on how to block calls on Android/iOS or you can register your numbers on the national Do Not Call list at no cost by calling 1-888-382-1222 (voice) or 1-866-290-4236 (TTY). You must call from the phone number you wish to register. You can also use a service like Robokiller to stop 602 calls.
Which country has 602 US Code?
United States, Arizona state
How do I block the area code 602 on my iPhone?
Go to Calls List
Click on Circled “i”
Select More Information
Select Block Caller
Can you get hacked by answering a phone call?
No, but it is a way for scammers to verify that a number is in use so it is best to not answer unwanted calls at all.
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602 Area Code
602 Area Code Summary
602 area code is for the city of Phoenix, Arizona. In the recent past, there have been reports of phone scammers and spammers using 602 area code numbers so if you do get calls from unknown numbers from area code 602 numbers, you should not disclose any private information such as name, email address or SSN numbers to callers.
Overall
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602 Area Code
Pros
602 area code is easy to remember
602 area code has been in existance for a long time
602 area code is used by many businesses in Albuquerque
Cons
602 area code numbers are not toll free
602 area code numbers are reported to be used for phone scams.
