202 Area Code Phone Numbers

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About 202 Area Code:

This area code serves about 680,000 people, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Established by AT&T in 1947, the 202 area code is closely linked to prominent governmental institutions, including Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Area code 202 situated east of the Potomac River between Virginia and Maryland, operates within the Eastern Time Zone. Given its historical and political significance, the 202 area code is highly recognizable nationwide.

For this reason, scammers often exploit this well-known area code to pose as government officials or trusted entities. They can use techniques like caller ID spoofing, which manipulates the caller ID to display a local number, creating a false sense of security. To identify these fraudulent calls, use ReversePhone, we cross-reference searched numbers with our extensive databases. If the 202 number matches a flagged entry, the report will alert you.

Area Code Time Info

Current Time	Current Date	Time Zone
5:46:42 AM	Sat, October, 31, 2026	-04:00 - UTC/GMT

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Area Code Details

State:

District of Columbia

ZIP Codes:

3 zip codes found. Check all codes

Counties:

1 county found

Cities:

3 cities found

Counties in 202 Area Code

District of Columbia

Cities in 202 Area Code

Washington
Naval Anacost Annex
Washington Navy Yard

Area Code Map

Zip Codes in 202 Area Code

71862
20373
20376

202 Area Code Spam Call Trends by Contact Method

In the 202 area code, FCC complaints show significant changes from 2014 to 2024. Complaints made through wireless/mobile methods peaked in 2015 but have decreased since then. Wired complaints have also declined over the years. In contrast, complaints related to VOIP have risen notably, especially as we near 2024. This trend highlights the evolving nature of telecommunications issues in the area, reflecting how consumer experiences are shifting with changes in technology.

202 Spam Call Trends by Complaint Issue

In the 202 area code, complaints about unwanted calls have changed over time. Telemarketing complaints were at their highest in 2015, while unwanted calls increased sharply from 2016 to 2018. More recently, these complaints have declined, but they have not disappeared entirely, with some complaints continuing into 2024. Overall, the issue of unwanted calls remains a problem for residents.

FCC Call Complaints in the 202 Area Code (by Type of Call)

The 202 area code has experienced fluctuations in FCC complaints over the years, particularly by the type of calls reported. Complaints about prerecorded voice calls reached their highest point in 2015, with 1,617 accounts, while live voice complaints peaked in 2017 at 1,470. There were no reports of abandoned call complaints in 2022 and 2023, showing a decline in that category. However, complaints about text messages have risen sharply, especially in 2024, suggesting a growing concern among residents about unwanted messaging.

Racial Demographics in the 202 Area Code

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, about 42% of residents in the 202 area code identify as Black or African American, followed by White (about 38%) and two or more races (about 10%).

Median Income in the 202 Area Code

Median household income in the 202 area code was about $111,000 in 2024, compared with about $65,000 in 2012 (not adjusted for inflation). The national median in 2024 was about $81,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

Population Growth Statistics in the 202 Area Code

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024), the 202 area code is home to about 680,000 people, up about 12% from 2012. Women make up about 52% of residents, and the median age is about 35 years, compared with about 39 nationally. Most residents live in District of Columbia.

Workforce Statistics in the 202 Area Code

In 2024, about 72% of residents aged 16 and over in the 202 area code were in the labor force, compared with about 64% nationally. The unemployment rate was about 6.3%, against about 5.2% for the U.S., according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

Most Recent Comments for 202 Phone Numbers

(202) 607-2927 - January 10th, 2026 6:20pm

I do not answer calls from numbers I do not recognize. I get dozens of them and would like to know how to eliminate the nuisance of hitting delete over and over. Most of There are a variety of calls with varying numbers and text messages that read they are from DJT with ridiculous threatening messages, crazy offerings to engage with the president, etc.

(202) 596-5692 - July 11th, 2026 2:35am

Saying they were from DOJ trying to contact a doctor, which I've recieved multiple messages or texts trying from others to contact this doctor who is a local PA in area I live. Who knows, it might be valid, but this one is very su****ious because it's from DOJ.

(202) 843-9689 - July 18th, 2026 12:59am

Connected on Match.com, says he is widowed and lives in Westwood CA. Great profile, too good to be true...something was fishy By Anonymous

(202) 282-8000 - April 7th, 2026 4:34pm

This is from a scammer calling themselves a federal agent, scamming people of a huge sum of money By Anonymous

(202) 480-5620 - March 26th, 2026 6:47pm