252 area code: Greenville, New Bern, Elizabeth City
Updated: 10/16/2026
252 is the area code for Greenville, New Bern, Elizabeth City. Phone numbers with this area code are written as (252) XXX-XXXX.
252 area code - Greenville, New Bern, Elizabeth City
| Area code | 252 |
|---|---|
| Area | Greenville, New Bern, Elizabeth City |
| State or region | North Carolina |
| Time zone | Eastern Time (ET) |
| Number format | (252) XXX-XXXX |
| International format | +1 252-XXX-XXXX |
An area code does not prove where the caller is. People keep their number when they move or switch carriers, internet phone (VoIP) services hand out numbers in any area code, and scammers often fake a local area code (neighbor spoofing) to get you to pick up.
Missed call from a number starting with 252 - what to do
- Look up the full number in the search below to see reviews and reports from other people.
- Never read out one-time passcodes, card details or online banking passwords over the phone. No real bank, government agency or police department will ask you to move money to a "safe account" or pay with gift cards.
- Forward spam texts to 7726 (SPAM) for free and report scams to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov. Internet-based fraud can also be reported to the FBI at ic3.gov.
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