Where is the 817 area code?

The 817 area code covers Fort Worth, Texas (Central Time).

Are calls from 817 spam?

Not all 817 calls are spam, but scammers often spoof local 817 numbers ("neighbor spoofing") so a call looks familiar. Look up the specific number to check.

817 area code

Fort Worth, Texas · Central Time

The 817 area code serves Fort Worth, Texas. Getting a call from 817? It may be a real local caller — but scammers frequently spoof local 817 numbers so the call looks familiar (“neighbor spoofing”), even when they’re nowhere near Fort Worth.

Recently reported 817 numbers

No 817 numbers have been reported here yet. If a 817 number called you, look it up above and add a report to warn others.

Common scams using 817 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 817 are normally assigned. Caller ID can be spoofed, so a 817call may not actually originate from Fort Worth, Texas.