Reverse Phone Lookup Minnesota

Identify who called from an unknown Minnesota landline or cell phone number using our free reverse phone lookup service. Search a phone number to find the caller's name, address, carrier, and other details. Identify the unknown callers, verify Minnesota businesses, or research potential scam calls.

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Reverse Phone Number Lookup in Minnesota

Reverse phone lookup in Minnesota helps residents identify unknown callers by searching public government databases. Get the registered name, address, and additional information. A reliable way for Minnesotans to avoid scams and control their privacy. This number lookup service helps screen calls and decide whether to answer, return, or block calls from unfamiliar numbers.

Reverse Phone Lookup by Minnesota Area Code

All Minnesota phone numbers consist of three parts: the three-digit Area Code, the three-digit Prefix Code (also known as the exchange or central office code), and the final four-digit line number. While the area code narrows down the location to a large region, the prefix code can often specify the original city or town where the number was registered.

Minnesota Area Code Map with Cities

Here's a complete list of Minnesota area codes:

Area Code 218: Duluth, Moorhead, Hibbing

Location: The 218 area code covers northern Minnesota, including major cities like Duluth, Moorhead, and Bemidji.

Common Callers: Essentia Health appointment desks, iron ore mining dispatchers, and UMN Duluth admissions.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 218 area code deals with "Sweet Treats" Advertising & Lottery Scam texts and Explicit & Harassing Texts. Aggressive Business Credit Card scams are reported, along with Medicare & Health Insurance Imposters and IRS Impersonation.

Area Code 320: St. Cloud, Willmar, Sartell

Location: The 320 area code covers central Minnesota, including major cities like St. Cloud, Willmar, and Brainerd.

Common Callers: CentraCare Health nurses, Coborn's Inc. corporate, and agricultural processing recruiters.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 320 area code reports IRS & Fake Tax Forgiveness Program scams and Unsolicited "We Want to Buy Your House" texts. Tech Support & Subscription Renewal scams are common, as are Aggressive Debt Collection and Persistent Vehicle Warranty robocalls.

Area Code 507: Rochester, Mankato, Winona

Location: The 507 area code covers southern Minnesota, including major cities like Rochester, Mankato, and Austin.

Common Callers: Mayo Clinic (Rochester) patient coordinators, Hormel Foods corporate, and Taylor Corp sales.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 507 area code gets Aggressive Business "Gatekeeper" scams and "Can You Hear Me?" Voice Signature scams. Fake Legal Action & Complaint threats are frequent, along with Medicare and Social Security Imposters.

Area Code 612: Minneapolis, Richfield

Location: The 612 area code covers the city of Minneapolis in Minnesota.

Common Callers: Target Corporation recruiters, U.S. Bank HQ support, University of Minnesota staff, and Ameriprise financial advisors.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 612 area code is dealing with Fake Best Buy & Amazon Order Verification scams and Aggressive "We Want to Buy Your House" calls. Health Insurance & Medical Authorization scams are reported, along with Fake Process Server threats and Social Security Impersonation.

Area Code 651: St. Paul, Eagan, Woodbury

Location: The 651 area code covers the city of Saint Paul in Minnesota and its eastern suburbs.

Common Callers: 3M corporate, Minnesota State government officials, Travelers Insurance claims, and Ecolab sales.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 651 area code is targeted by the "Rich & His Partner" Property Purchase scam and Creepy Salon Harassment calls. United Healthcare (UHC) Impersonation is common, as are Social Security scams and Fake Legal Action/Debt Collection.

Area Code 763: Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, Maple Grove

Location: The 763 area code covers the northwestern suburbs of Minneapolis in Minnesota, including major cities like Coon Rapids, Maple Grove, and Blaine.

Common Callers: Medtronic support, Boston Scientific recruiters, and Connexus Energy alerts.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 763 area code reports United Healthcare Impersonation scams and Vague "Personal Matter" Information Phishing. Fake Process Server & Legal Threats are frequent, along with Extended Auto Warranty robocalls and Social Security Administration (SSI) Impersonation.

Area Code 952: Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Burnsville

Location: The 952 area code covers the southwestern suburbs of Minneapolis in Minnesota, including major cities like Bloomington, Edina, and Minnetonka.

Common Callers: UnitedHealth Group plan administrators, Best Buy corporate, and Cargill commodity traders.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 952 area code deals with Aggressive Local Roofing & Exteriors Telemarketers and "Can You Hear Me?" Voice Fishing scams. Medicare & Health Insurance Impersonators are common, as are Government Impersonation/Arrest threats and Fake Debt/Legal Complaint notices.

For latest Minnesota phone numbering regulations, contact Marc Fournier at the Minnesota PUC via [email protected] or 651-201-2214.

Minnesota Phone Numbers

Minnesota has approximately 8.1 million active phone numbers. Cell phones are the most popular with 6.4 million users, while traditional landlines are declining with 467,000 connections. Internet phone services account for about 1.2 million numbers.

When searching a Minnesota phone number, it's highly likely to be a cell phone. The decrease in landlines suggests that newer phone numbers may be harder to trace compared to older landline numbers, which often had more readily available public information.

Minnesota Voice Subscriptions (in thousands):

Service Type June 2023 Dec 2023 June 2024
Mobile telephony 6,231 6,335 6,405
Local exchange telephone service 539 501 467
VoIP subscriptions 1,187 1,173 1,240
Total 7,957 8,009 8,112

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 Minnesota

Minnesota residents received 29,033 complaints about unwanted calls in 2024. The state ranks #32 nationally per 100k population, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Do Not Call Complaints from Minnesota

Key Facts for Minnesota Residents:

  • 16,032 of Minnesota's complaints involved robocalls.
  • The top complaints by topic are: Reducing Debt (2,055), Imposters (1,931), Medical & Prescriptions (1,363).
  • Over 4.6 million Minnesotans have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry.
  • Complaints have decreased from 83,791 in 2021.
  • 8,896 complaints involved live callers.
  • Call type not reported: 4,105.
Useful tip: Protect your household by registering all your phone numbers at donotcall.gov or by calling 1-888-382-1222 from the number you want to protect.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Minnesota 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.

Scam Calls: Minnesota Fraud Statistics

In 2024, Minnesota residents reported 31,081 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $144,567,540, with a median loss of $$412 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.

To report fraud or scam: reportfraud.ftc.gov

Additional Contact:
Minnesota Attorney General
Keith Ellison
(651) 296-3353

Free Reverse Phone Lookup with Name

Sometimes, a simple reverse phone lookup doesn't give you all the information you need about a Minnesota phone number. When that happens, other search methods can help you find out who's calling. With a population of 5,793,151 people and 154,314 businesses in Minnesota, phone numbers are used everywhere. So, trying a few different ways to search can be useful.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be helpful if you're trying to find out more about a Minnesota phone number. If you're meeting someone new and want to check their phone number is real, try searching on social media.

  • Facebook: You can search for a phone number using Facebook's public directory. Go to the Facebook public directory and type in the phone number.
  • LinkedIn: If the phone number belongs to someone in the business world, LinkedIn can be helpful. With so many businesses in Minnesota, it's possible you might find the person you're looking for. Use the LinkedIn people directory to search.

Minnesota Business Phone Verification

If you're trying to check a phone number that might belong to a business in Minnesota, using official state records can help. If you're considering business partnerships with Minnesota companies, checking phone numbers is very important.

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

Are Reverse Phone Lookups Legal in Minnesota?

Yes, reverse phone lookups are legal in Minnesota, but companies must follow the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act when handling your phone data. This law gives you control over how lookup services use your information.

What Phone Data is Protected

Your phone number is "personal data" under Minnesota law when linked to identifying information like your name, address, or location. Phone lookup databases must protect this data and respect your privacy rights.

Your Rights for Phone Lookup Data

  1. Delete your data: Request removal of your phone number from lookup databases
  2. Stop data sales: Opt out of companies selling your phone information
  3. See who has your data: Get a list of companies that received your phone information
  4. Fix wrong information: Correct inaccurate details linked to your number
  5. Access your data: See what information companies have about your phone number

How to Remove Your Phone Number

Contact companies directly: Use their privacy contact methods to request deletion. Companies must respond within 45 days.

Free process: No fees for up to two requests per year. You don't need to create new accounts.

If denied: You can appeal, and companies must respond within 45 days or provide Attorney General contact information.

Enforcement and Violations

Who enforces: Minnesota Attorney General handles all violations. Companies face up to $7,500 per violation.

No lawsuits: You cannot directly sue companies - only the Attorney General can take legal action.

Which companies must comply: Phone lookup services processing data from 100,000+ consumers or making 25%+ revenue from data sales.