Massachusetts Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using Massachusetts Area Codes

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

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

For latest Massachusetts phone numbering regulations, contact Armine Simonyan at the Massachusetts DTE via [email protected] or 617-368-1106.

Massachusetts Phone Numbers

Massachusetts has approximately 10.9 million active phone numbers. Mobile phones are the dominant type, with 8.3 million users, while landlines are less common at around 392,000. Internet phone services account for about 2.2 million numbers.

Searching a Massachusetts phone number will most likely return a cell phone. The decreasing prevalence of landlines suggests that newer numbers may be more challenging to trace compared to older landline numbers with more readily available public information.

Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts

Massachusetts residents experienced moderate levels of unwanted calls in 2024, with complaints totaling 33,184 – ranking #39 nationally per 100K population, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book. However, Massachusetts shows strong community engagement in call protection efforts with active registrations numbering 6,256,722, ranking #3 nationally per 100K population.

Key Facts for Massachusetts Residents:

• Over half of Massachusetts's complaints (17,288) involved automated robocalls, with another 12,898 reports involving live callers.
• Reducing debt was the topic most frequently cited in complaints (3,872), followed by imposter scams (3,041).
• 6,256,722 Massachusetts residents have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry, demonstrating strong community engagement in call protection efforts.
• Complaints have decreased since 2021 but appear to have stabilized from 2023 to 2024 (37,334 to 33,184 respectively).
• Call type was not reported in 2,998 complaints.

Massachusetts Do Not Call Registry

Massachusetts residents can stop most unwanted telemarketing calls by registering with the state's Do Not Call Registry, maintained by the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation. Once your number has been on the registry for 60 days, most telephone solicitors are legally prohibited from calling your residential or mobile numbers under Massachusetts law.

The state law includes exemptions for calls you've requested, calls about existing debts or contracts, calls from businesses you already work with (existing customers within the previous 24 months), and calls from tax-exempt nonprofit organizations. Political and survey calls are also typically exempt, so you may still receive these even after registering.

Massachusetts law also prohibits unsolicited telemarketing calls between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM, recorded message calls, fax solicitations, and the use of caller ID blocking devices. Telemarketers must identify themselves and their purpose within the first minute of any call.

If telemarketers continue calling after your number has been registered for at least 60 days, you can file a complaint with the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, which is empowered to investigate and prosecute violations of the state's telephone solicitation laws. Registration is free and remains valid until you request removal or change your phone number.

When using reverse phone lookup services to identify unknown callers, understanding Massachusetts' comprehensive do-not-call protections helps you recognize which calls may be violations worth reporting to state authorities.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Massachusetts 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, Massachusetts residents reported 40,845 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $210,339,833, with a median loss of $425 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:
Massachusetts Attorney General
Andrea Campbell
(617) 727-8400

Other Massachusetts Phone Number Search Methods

Sometimes, a reverse phone lookup isn't enough to identify a Massachusetts phone number. With a population of 7,136,171 and 182,919 business establishments, Massachusetts has a lot of phone numbers. This often means you'll need to try a few different ways to find the information you're looking for. Here are a couple more methods you can use to track down who a phone number belongs to in Massachusetts.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be surprisingly helpful when trying to identify a phone number. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, these searches can help. Many people list their phone numbers on social media profiles, either publicly or with limited visibility. You can try searching for the number on Facebook or LinkedIn.

• Facebook: Use the Facebook public directory to search for the phone number. Even if the profile isn't public, Facebook might suggest profiles associated with that number.
• LinkedIn: With so many businesses in Massachusetts, LinkedIn can be useful for verifying a number's legitimacy as part of a company. Use the LinkedIn people directory and try searching for the number. This is especially useful if you think the number belongs to a professional.

Massachusetts Business Phone Verification

If you suspect the phone number belongs to a business in Massachusetts, you can use official state databases to confirm. This is especially helpful if you're considering business partnerships with Massachusetts companies. Always double-check with reliable sources!

• Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth: The Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth's website provides access to official business records.
• Massachusetts Business Entity Search: Use the Massachusetts Business Entity Search to search for businesses by name or registration number. If you find a business, you can usually find their phone number listed there.

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