Indiana Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using Indiana Area Codes

To identify the location of an Indiana 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 Indiana'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 Indiana, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.

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

For latest Indiana phone numbering regulations, contact Kendall Querry at the Indiana URC via kquerry1@urc.in.gov or 317-233-5249.

Indiana Phone Numbers

Indiana boasts approximately 8.7 million active phone numbers. Mobile phones dominate with 7.3 million users, while traditional landlines are declining, registering just 330,000 connections across the state. Internet phone services account for roughly 1 million numbers.

When searching for an Indiana phone number, it's highly probable it's a cell phone. The decrease in landlines suggests that more recent phone numbers may be harder to trace than older landline numbers, which traditionally had greater public accessibility.

Indiana 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 Indiana

Indiana residents filed 32,636 complaints about unwanted calls in 2024, ranking the state #38 nationally based on complaints per 100,000 population, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for Indiana Residents:

• 15,162 of Indiana's 32,636 complaints were for robocalls, showing automated calls are a prevalent issue.
• 3,674 complaints were about "reducing debt," followed by medical & prescriptions (2,947) and imposter scams (2,344), these are the top issues impacting residents.
• 4,722,983 Indiana phone numbers are registered on the Do Not Call Registry, reflecting widespread adoption of protective measures.
• Complaints increased slightly from 29,123 in 2023 to 32,636 in 2024, indicating unwanted calls are still a significant issue.
• 12,022 complaints involved live callers, showing that human-operated scams continue actively targeting the state.
• 5,452 complaints did not specify the call type, highlighting challenges in accurate reporting.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Indiana 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, Indiana residents reported 72938 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $112.3M, with a median loss of $375 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:
Indiana Attorney General
Todd Rokita
(317) 232-6201

Other Indiana Phone Number Search Methods

Sometimes, a simple reverse phone lookup isn't enough to find the information you need about an Indiana phone number. In these cases, you can try other search methods. With a population of 6,924,275 and 153,748 business establishments in Indiana, finding accurate information might require trying a few different approaches.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be useful for finding information connected to a phone number. If you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, or for dating safety to confirm a potential partner's identity before meeting, these platforms can help.

• Facebook: You can search for a phone number in Facebook's public directory. Go to the Facebook public directory and enter the number.
• LinkedIn: This platform is useful for verifying professional contacts, especially if you're dealing with Indiana's many businesses. Search the LinkedIn people directory by phone number.

Indiana Business Phone Verification

If you're considering business partnerships with Indiana companies or conducting vendor verification before large purchases or contracts, verifying the business phone number is important. You can use official state databases for this.

• Indiana Secretary of State: Use the Indiana Secretary of State website to verify business information.
• Indiana Business Search: Search for businesses using the Indiana Business Search tool. Entering the business phone number can help confirm its legitimacy.

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

Are Reverse Phone Lookups Legal in Indiana?

Yes, reverse phone lookups are generally legal in Indiana. However, starting January 1, 2026, the Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act (Senate Bill 5) will give Indiana residents new rights to control how their phone numbers and personal data are used by businesses.

What Phone Data is Protected Under Indiana Law?

Phone numbers are considered "personal data" when linked to an identifiable person. The law defines personal data as "information that is linked or reasonably linkable to an identified or identifiable individual." This includes:

• Phone numbers with your name or address
• Call logs and communication records
• Precise location data from mobile devices (within 1,750 feet)

Companies must obtain your consent before processing precise geolocation data, which is classified as "sensitive data" under the law.

Your Indiana Phone Privacy Rights Starting 2026

The Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act grants five key rights:

1. Right to Know: Confirm if companies are processing your phone data
2. Right to Correct: Fix inaccuracies in data you provided
3. Right to Delete: Request deletion of your phone number and related data
4. Right to Data Portability: Get a copy of data you provided
5. Right to Opt Out: Stop use for targeted ads, sales, or profiling

How to Exercise Your Rights

Process: Contact companies directly through their privacy request methods. Companies must respond within 45 days (extendable to 90 days). If denied, you can appeal within 60 days.

What to Include: Clearly state which right you want to exercise and provide information to verify your identity.

Who Enforces Violations?

The Indiana Attorney General has exclusive enforcement authority. Key details:

• No private lawsuits allowed
• Companies get 30 days to fix violations before penalties
• Civil penalties up to $7,500 per violation
• File complaints with the Indiana Attorney General's Office

Note: The law only applies to businesses processing data from 100,000+ Indiana consumers, or 25,000+ consumers while earning 50%+ revenue from data sales. Smaller businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and healthcare providers are exempt.