Where is the 501 area code?

The 501 area code covers Little Rock, Arkansas (Central Time).

Are calls from 501 spam?

Not all 501 calls are spam, but scammers often spoof local 501 numbers ("neighbor spoofing") so a call looks familiar. Look up the specific number to check.

501 area code

Little Rock, Arkansas · Central Time

The 501 area code serves Little Rock, Arkansas. Getting a call from 501? It may be a real local caller — but scammers frequently spoof local 501 numbers so the call looks familiar (“neighbor spoofing”), even when they’re nowhere near Little Rock.

Recently reported 501 numbers

No 501 numbers have been reported here yet. If a 501 number called you, look it up above and add a report to warn others.

Common scams using 501 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 501 are normally assigned. Caller ID can be spoofed, so a 501call may not actually originate from Little Rock, Arkansas.