What area code is 502?
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502 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 502
Louisville4 communities on record for 502.
Where 502 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 502 region
502 covers Louisville in Kentucky, including Frankfort, Shelbyville and Bardstown. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
502 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created for all of Kentucky; 1954: split to create 606; 1999: split to create 270.
Who called me from 502?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 502 does not prove the caller is really in the 502 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 502 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 502?+–
502 is a telephone area code serving Louisville in Kentucky, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 502 located?+–
It covers Anderson County, Bullitt County, Carroll County and other counties, including Frankfort, Shelbyville and Bardstown in Kentucky.
What cities are in area code 502?+–
Major communities on record include Frankfort, Shelbyville and Bardstown. The code's territory spans the Louisville region of Kentucky.
What time zone is 502?+–
502 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 502 start?+–
502 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes. Its history: created for all of Kentucky; 1954: split to create 606; 1999: split to create 270.
Is 502 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 502 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 502 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 502 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 502 number regardless of where you physically live.