District Of Columbia Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using District Of Columbia Area Codes

To identify the location of an District Of Columbia phone number, you need to understand the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) structure that all District Of Columbia 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 District Of Columbia'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 District Of Columbia, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.

Here's a complete list of District Of Columbia area codes with major cities:

For latest District Of Columbia phone numbering regulations, contact Lara Walt at the District of Columbia PSC via [email protected] or 202-626-9191.

District of Columbia Phone Numbers

The District of Columbia has approximately 2.3 million active phone numbers. Cell phones make up the majority with 1.66 million users, while traditional landlines have decreased to 184,000 connections. Internet phone services account for about 436,000 numbers.

This indicates that when you search a D.C. phone number, it's most likely a cell phone. The trend away from landlines means newer phone numbers may have less publicly accessible information compared to older landline numbers.

District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia

District of Columbia residents experienced a fluctuating trend in unwanted call complaints. In 2024, the complaints totaled 4,488, a decrease from a peak of 12,817 in 2021, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for District of Columbia Residents:

• 2,707 of District of Columbia's 4,488 complaints involved automated robocalls, representing a significant portion of unwanted call reports.
• 711 complaints were for "imposter" schemes, followed by debt reduction fraud (433) and medical & prescriptions (272), showing these remain the top threats.
• Over 707,239 District of Columbia residents have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry, demonstrating strong community engagement in call protection efforts.
• Complaints have generally decreased from 2021's peak, indicating that protective measures are having an impact.
• 1,571 complaints involved live callers, indicating that human-operated scam operations continue actively targeting the area.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls District Of Columbia 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, District Of Columbia residents reported 7,082 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $30,392,313, with a median loss of $$448 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:
District Of Columbia Attorney General
Brian Schwalb
(202) 727-3400

Other District of Columbia Phone Number Search Methods

When a simple reverse phone lookup doesn't give you enough information, there are other ways to find out who owns a phone number in Washington, D.C. With a population of 702,250 and 23,874 business establishments, sometimes more than one search method is needed to identify a D.C. phone number.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media platforms can be useful in finding out who a phone number belongs to. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, these techniques can help.

• Facebook allows you to search for phone numbers through its member directory. Try entering the phone number into the search bar to see if the owner's profile appears. You can also try the Facebook public directory.
• LinkedIn can help verify professional contacts. If the phone number is associated with a business or professional, you might find the person's profile. Given the number of businesses in D.C., this can be a useful tool. Search for the phone number using the LinkedIn people directory.

District of Columbia Business Phone Verification

If the phone number you are trying to identify belongs to a business in Washington, D.C., you can use official state resources to find more information. For example, if you're considering business partnerships with D.C. companies.

• Use the District of Columbia Business Filings Search, which requires a login, to search for businesses registered in the District. This can help confirm the legitimacy of a business phone number. You can find this search at District of Columbia Business Filings Search.
• The District of Columbia Office of the Secretary offers resources related to business registration and verification. Visit District of Columbia Office of the Secretary for more information.

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