What area code is 227?
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227 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 227
Western Maryland (overlay)6 communities on record for 227.
Where 227 sits on the map
Overlay of 240, 301Coverage area
About the 227 region
227 covers Western Maryland in Maryland, including Washington, D.C, Hagerstown, Frederick and Rockville. The code has been in service since 2023.
227 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 240 and 301 and was introduced when those codes ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing is required across the region.
Overlaid on 240/301.
Who called me from 227?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 227 does not prove the caller is really in the 227 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 227 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 227?+–
227 is a telephone area code serving Western Maryland in Maryland, United States, in service since 2023.
Where is area code 227 located?+–
It covers Washington, D.C, Hagerstown, Frederick and Rockville in Maryland.
What cities are in area code 227?+–
Major communities on record include Washington, D.C, Hagerstown, Frederick and Rockville, among others. The code's territory spans the Western Maryland region of Maryland.
What time zone is 227?+–
227 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 227 start?+–
227 entered service in 2023. Its history: overlaid on 240/301.
Why does area code 227 exist?+–
227 is an overlay of 240 and 301: it covers the exact same territory and was introduced when the original code ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing applies.
Is 227 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 227 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 227 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 227 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 227 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 240 and 301 instead.