Alabama Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using Alabama Area Codes

To identify the location of an Alabama phone number, you need to understand the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) structure that all Alabama numbers follow: +1 NPA NXX XXXX.

• +1 - Country code indicating the United States
• NPA - The area code reveals the geographic region where the number was originally assigned
• NXX - Central office code that locates the specific neighborhood and identifies the service provider
• XXXX - Subscriber number identifies the individual phone line within that local exchange

The area code (NPA) is your key to determining location. By matching the three-digit area code to Alabama's regional assignments, you can identify which part of the state the phone number originates from. Each area code corresponds to specific cities and counties throughout Alabama, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.

Here's a complete list of Alabama area codes with major cities:

For latest Alabama phone numbering regulations, contact Dee Newman at the Alabama PSC via [email protected] or 334-242-4272.

Alabama Phone Numbers

Alabama has approximately 6.5 million active phone numbers. Cell phones make up the majority with 5.5 million users, while traditional landlines have nearly disappeared with just 212,000 connections statewide. Internet phone services account for about 737,000 numbers.

This means that when you search an Alabama phone number, it's most likely a cell phone. The shift away from landlines means newer phone numbers are typically harder to trace than older landline numbers that had more public information available.

Alabama Voice Subscriptions (in thousands):

Source: FCC Voice Telephone Services Report

Top 5 US Cell Phone Companies

Most phone numbers are cell phones, and most cell phone numbers come from the top three United States wireless companies. Here are the top five US Cell Phone Companies in Q1 2025:

• Verizon - 146 million customers
• T-Mobile US - 131 million customers
• AT&T Mobility - 118 million customers
• Boost Mobile - 7 million customers
• U.S. Cellular - 4.4 million customers

Robocalls and Unwanted Calls in Alabama

Alabama residents experienced a consistent level of unwanted calls in 2024, with 24,493 complaints, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for Alabama Residents:

• 13,572 of Alabama's 24,493 complaints involved automated robocalls, representing over half of all unwanted call reports statewide.
• Top Complaint Topics: "Medical & Prescriptions" scams are the top complaint topic with 2,765 complaints, followed by "Imposters" scams (2,294) and "Reducing Debt" schemes (2,019).
• Over 3.8 million Alabamans have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry, demonstrating strong community engagement in call protection efforts.
• There has been a decrease in complaints from 2021's peak from 58,891 to 24,493 complaints.
• 8,437 complaints involved live callers, indicating that human-operated scam operations continue actively targeting the state.
• Alabama ranks #34 nationally for complaints per 100,000 population, reflecting a moderate level of complaints per capita compared to other states.
• 314 complaints involved "Warranties & Protection Plans", 163 complaints related to "Lotteries, Prizes & Sweepstakes", 146 related to "Computer & Technical Support", and 144 to "Vacation & Timeshares"

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Alabama Fraud Statistics

According to the Federal Trade Commission's 2024 data, phone calls and text messages make up 35% of all fraud contact methods nationwide:

• Phone calls: 19% of fraud reports (284,659 reports, $948M in losses)
• Text messages: 16% of fraud reports (246,784 reports, $470M in losses)

More than 1 in 3 fraud attempts happen through phone communication. Phone call fraud costs victims a median of $1,500 per case. Text message fraud costs a median of $1,000 per victim.

In 2024, Alabama residents reported 70132 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $104.2M, with a median loss of $400 per victim. With phone-based fraud representing such a significant portion of these cases, phone owner verification has become a critical consumer protection tool.

When you receive calls from unknown numbers, take a moment to research the caller's identity. Reverse phone lookup services allow you to search a phone number to find information about who's calling—including whether the number has been reported for fraudulent activity.

Received fraudulent calls or fallen victim to phone fraud? Report it immediately. Each report helps authorities identify fraud patterns and protect other consumers from similar scams.

Additional Contact:
Alabama Attorney General
Steve Marshall
(334) 242-7300

Other Alabama Phone Number Search Methods

Sometimes, a simple reverse phone lookup isn't enough to find the information you need about an Alabama phone number. In these cases, trying other search methods can help. With Alabama's population estimated at 5,157,699 and over 105,071 business establishments, finding someone requires trying a few different ways.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be a useful tool for identifying Alabama phone numbers. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, social media searches can help.

• Facebook: Try searching the phone number in the Facebook search bar. You can also use the Facebook public directory to see if the number is associated with a public profile.
• LinkedIn: Because Alabama has a large business community, check LinkedIn to see if the phone number is listed on a professional profile. This can be helpful for verifying someone's employment or business affiliations. Search the LinkedIn people directory.

Alabama Business Phone Verification

If you're trying to verify a phone number associated with an Alabama business, official state databases are your best bet. This can be helpful if you're considering business partnerships with Alabama companies. You can also confirm that the phone number is connected to the correct company.

• Alabama Secretary of State: Visit the Alabama Secretary of State website for information about registered businesses.
• Alabama Business Entity Records: Search the Alabama Business Entity database to find phone numbers and other details about Alabama businesses.

For the best results, it helps to use these methods together.

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