What area code is 252?
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252 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 252
Greenville6 communities on record for 252.
Where 252 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 252 region
252 covers Greenville in North Carolina, including New Bern, Elizabeth City, Kinston, Outer Banks and Rocky Mount. The code has been in service since 1998.
252 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 919.
Who called me from 252?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 252 does not prove the caller is really in the 252 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 252 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 252?+–
252 is a telephone area code serving Greenville in North Carolina, United States, in service since 1998.
Where is area code 252 located?+–
It covers New Bern, Elizabeth City, Kinston, Outer Banks and Rocky Mount in North Carolina.
What cities are in area code 252?+–
Major communities on record include New Bern, Elizabeth City, Kinston, Outer Banks and Rocky Mount, among others. The code's territory spans the Greenville region of North Carolina.
What time zone is 252?+–
252 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 252 start?+–
252 entered service in 1998. Its history: split of 919.
Is 252 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 252 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 252 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 252 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 252 number regardless of where you physically live.