Where is the 843 area code?

The 843 area code covers Charleston, South Carolina (Eastern Time).

Are calls from 843 spam?

Not all 843 calls are spam, but scammers often spoof local 843 numbers ("neighbor spoofing") so a call looks familiar. Look up the specific number to check.

843 area code

Charleston, South Carolina · Eastern Time

The 843 area code serves Charleston, South Carolina. Getting a call from 843? It may be a real local caller — but scammers frequently spoof local 843 numbers so the call looks familiar (“neighbor spoofing”), even when they’re nowhere near Charleston.

Recently reported 843 numbers

No 843 numbers have been reported here yet. If a 843 number called you, look it up above and add a report to warn others.

Common scams using 843 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 843 are normally assigned. Caller ID can be spoofed, so a 843call may not actually originate from Charleston, South Carolina.