Other Area Codes / Neighbors
About 816 Area Code:
With city names like Independence, Liberty and Freeman, this region might as well be called Red, White and Blue. In all, this area code in western Missouri services 72 cities. It’s a varied population made up of millions of residents and businesses. Kansas City alone has over 508,090 residents, making it the largest urban center in this area code. The community structure within the 816 area code includes a mix of urban and suburban populations, reflecting a wide range of lifestyles and demographics. In case you were wondering, Independence is the county seat of Jackson County. It was founded on March 29, 1827, and named in honor of the Declaration of Independence. It quickly established itself as a significant frontier town, becoming a key departure point for the burgeoning fur trade, serving merchants and adventurers embarking on the long journey westward along the Santa Fe Trail. It is also the hometown of U.S. President Harry S. Truman. Top employers include the Independence School District, Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems and Centerpoint Medical Center. With stores like Eileen’s Colossal Cookies and another that sells both local football AND Taylor Swift merch, Liberty sounds like it might be the setting of a Christmas romcom or the small, cozy town where a single mother and her bookish daughter settle while the slightly chaotic yet spunky, resourceful mom tries to pursue her dream of opening an inn and help her precocious teen get into Harvard, even though she herself barely finished high school.
Still, this corner of Kansas certainly lives up to its name — in more ways than one. Not only did it play a key role in the Underground Railroad in the 19th century, it was also the stomping ground of notorious outlaw Jesse James during the Civil War. More recently, it is the county seat of Clay County, with a population of around 30,000. The city also hosts William Jewell College. Top employers include Liberty Public Schools, Liberty Hospital and Hallmark Cards. “Pot hole on your street?” a notice from 2022 announces on the Freeman local government homepage. “Whether you need to report a pothole, a burned out street light, or some other issue, the new city website is the place to go,” the notice goes on to say. With a population of around 600 people, Freeman, named for a railroad official, is probably closer to a town than a city. But there you have it. Other interesting stats include: Between 2021 and 2022 median household income declined from $72,734 to $57,917; in 2022, the median property value was $141,100, and the homeownership rate was 71.5%. There are also plenty of parks and trails to satisfy nature lovers, not to mention a lively economy with a variety of shopping centers, restaurants, and cafes. Residents appreciate the relaxed atmosphere and strong community spirit that define Freeman. Despite its size, the town has an active cultural calendar. It hosts art exhibitions, music festivals, and film screenings throughout the year.
Area Code Time Info
| Current Time | Current Date | Time Zone |
|---|---|---|
| 8:44:25 PM | Fri, November, 13, 2026 | -06:00 - UTC/GMT |
Searched
816
(816) 420-4632
Total searches: 3087
Searched
816
(816) 225-0010
Total searches: 2777
Searched
816
(816) 936-3000
Total searches: 2515
Searched
816
(816) 819-5396
Total searches: 1828
Searched
816
(816) 420-1002
Total searches: 1762
Searched
816
(816) 659-1044
Total searches: 1762
Searched
816
(816) 396-5023
Total searches: 1586
Searched
816
(816) 659-1154
Total searches: 1181
Searched
816
(816) 355-6267
Total searches: 1167
Searched
816
(816) 659-1194
Total searches: 1084
Searched
816
(816) 239-8205
Total searches: 1081
Searched
816
(816) 974-9001
Total searches: 1010
Searched
816
(816) 280-2196
Total searches: 997
Searched
816
(816) 367-6817
Total searches: 934
Searched
816
(816) 272-8107
Total searches: 851
State:
Missouri
ZIP Codes:
81 zip codes found. Check all codes
Counties:
13 counties found
Cities:
81 cities found
In the 816 area code, FCC complaints have changed significantly between 2014 and 2024 based on how people contacted the FCC. Wireless/mobile complaints peaked in 2018, showing a strong interest during that year. On the other hand, wired complaints have generally decreased over time, hitting the lowest number in 2024. VOIP complaints saw a big rise in 2019 but have been declining in the years that followed.
The 816 area code has experienced changes in complaints regarding unwanted calls over the years. While there was a sharp increase in reports in 2016 and 2018, recent years show a decline in these complaints. Telemarketing issues peaked in 2015 but have since ceased entirely, and robocalls, which were common in earlier years, have not been reported lately. Overall, the trend suggests a steady decrease in such issues as we approach 2024.
The 816 area code has experienced notable changes in FCC complaints related to various call types over the years. Complaints about prerecorded voice calls reached their highest point in 2018 at 224 but have since fallen to 29 in 2024. Live voice complaints showed some fluctuations, peaking at 122 in 2018 and declining to 50 by 2024. On the other hand, complaints about text messages increased, rising to 39 in 2024 after a peak of 53 in 2022, while there were no abandoned call complaints recorded in 2022 and 2023.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, about 72% of residents in the 816 area code identify as White, followed by Black or African American (about 14%) and two or more races (about 9%).
Median household income in the 816 area code was about $75,000 in 2024, compared with about $52,000 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.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024), the 816 area code is home to about 1.4 million people, up about 9% from 2012. Women make up about 51% of residents, and the median age is about 38 years, compared with about 39 nationally. Most residents live in Jackson County, Clay County and Platte County.
In 2024, about 67% of residents aged 16 and over in the 816 area code were in the labor force, compared with about 64% nationally. The unemployment rate was about 4.2%, against about 5.2% for the U.S., according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
Asked if it was me then when I said who is this they refused to identify themselves so I told them wrong number and said then why didn’t you say that and they ***g up
Called me twice today (5/29/2026)- did not leave a message either time. Looking at my call log, they have also called on 7/3/2025 and 10/31/2025.
Called several times & left a voicemail saying that I had a lawsuit claimed a***nst me that needs to be paid...
This is a time sensitive matter from advanced financial services. Please give us a call back at on your call ID.
Gave a phone number and a claim number, became rude and ***g up when i s****ed asking questions
They were trying to get ahold of me about a legal matter. Used my full name.
Nothing on the other line and they did not answer when called back
They are doing the whole part a and part b Medicare scam
Said they were Google calling about my business listing
Claiming to be from Social Security.
Calls at least three times a day - ***ody ever says anything. Have blocked the number since, but now getting calls from a number that is close to this.
This appears to be a scam, somebody charges your bank account under the name of roku. Call the fraud department of your bank and get the charges reversed.
Claims it was a “legal matter” and needed me to confirm my name first before any further details.
Called twice in a row. I didn’t answer either call and they did not leave a voicemail.
Tounge tied the entire voicemail. Stating my name, my age, and im supposed to be served. Left a case number, and a toll free number. But called from a 816 number. Also has called a couple other relatives of mine saying that I gave their info to them as a point of contact and if they dont get in touch with me they coming to they house. I dont give my family info out at all.