Reverse Phone Lookup Missouri

Reverse Phone Number Lookup in Missouri

Reverse phone lookup in Missouri helps identify the person or business behind any phone number using public government databases. Missourians rely on this number search to screen calls, verify identities, and protect against unwanted contact. This phone search lookup helps determine whether unknown numbers belong to legitimate contacts or potential threats.

Reverse Phone Lookup by Missouri Area Code

All Missouri 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.

Here's a complete list of Missouri area codes:

Area Codes 235/573: Columbia, Jefferson City, Cape Girardeau

Location: The 235 and 573 area codes cover eastern Missouri, outside of the St. Louis metropolitan area, including major cities like Columbia, Jefferson City, and Cape Girardeau.

Common Callers: University of Missouri (Mizzou) admissions, Missouri State government, and Fort Leonard Wood housing.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 235 and 573 area codes deal with Suspicious Job Offers and Fake Charity & Fundraising Appeals. Fake Legal Action & Process Server threats are common, along with Phony Debt Collection demands and Bogus Amazon & Tech Renewal charges.

Area Codes 314/557: St. Louis, Florissant, Oakville

Location: The 314 and 557 area codes cover the St. Louis metropolitan area in Missouri, including major cities like St. Louis, Florissant, and Kirkwood.

Common Callers: Washington University/BJC Health schedulers, Wells Fargo advisors, and Anheuser-Busch InBev corporate.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 314 and 557 area codes are targeted by Aggressive Medicare & Medical Equipment scams and Unsolicited "We Buy Houses" calls & texts. Fake Government & IRS Arrest Warrants are frequent, as are Apple & Amazon Account Security scams and Social Security threats.

Area Code 417: Springfield, Joplin, Nixa

Location: The 417 area code covers southwestern Missouri, including major cities like Springfield, Joplin, and Branson.

Common Callers: Bass Pro Shops HQ, O'Reilly Auto Parts corporate, CoxHealth nurses, and Branson show ticket agents.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 417 area code gets Timeshare Exit Scams and Phony Police & Firefighter Charity scams. Brand Impersonation (Amazon, Tech Support, Banks) is reported, along with Medicare & Medical Supply scams and Vague Legal/Debt threats.

Area Code 636: O'Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters

Location: The 636 area code covers the western suburbs of the St. Louis metropolitan area in Missouri, including major cities like O'Fallon, St. Charles, and Chesterfield.

Common Callers: Mastercard global operations support, Citi call center agents, and Boeing defense recruiters.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 636 area code reports constant Car Shield Warranty robocalls and Credit Card Interest Rate Reduction calls. Fake Publishers Clearinghouse Prize scams are common, as are Aggressive "We Buy Houses" robocalls and Fake Legal Action threats.

Area Code 660: Sedalia, Warrensburg, Kirksville

Location: The 660 area code covers northern and west-central Missouri, including major cities like Sedalia, Kirksville, and Maryville.

Common Callers: Whiteman Air Force Base personnel, Tyson Foods plant HR, and University of Central Missouri staff.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 660 area code is dealing with Unsolicited Business Funding scams and Vague Processing & Debt Collection threats. The "Can You Hear Me?" scam is reported, along with Student Loan Forgiveness scams and Medicare & Medical Equipment schemes.

Area Codes 816/975: Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit

Location: The 816 and 975 area codes cover the Kansas City metropolitan area in Missouri, including major cities like Kansas City, Independence, and Lee's Summit.

Common Callers: Oracle Cerner support, H&R Block tax specialists, Ford Kansas City assembly HR, and Hallmark Cards corporate.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 816 and 975 area codes are targeted by Evergy Utility Shut-off scams and Aggressive "We Buy Houses" offers. Fake Subscription Renewal Phishing is common, as are Fake Legal Action/Process Server threats and Medicare robocalls.

For latest Missouri phone numbering regulations, contact Kari Salsman at the Missouri PSC via [email protected] or 573-526-5630.

Missouri Phone Numbers

Missouri has approximately 7.9 million active phone numbers. Cell phones are the dominant type with 6.6 million users, while traditional landlines are declining, now with approximately 300,000 connections statewide. Internet phone services account for about 1 million numbers.

When tracing a Missouri phone number, it's highly probable that it's a cell phone. The decreasing prevalence of landlines suggests that newer numbers might be more challenging to trace compared to older landline numbers, which typically had more readily available public information.

Missouri Voice Subscriptions (in thousands):

Service Type	June 2023	Dec 2023	June 2024
Mobile telephony	6,512	6,593	6,629
Local exchange telephone service	389	352	300
VoIP subscriptions	985	972	1,012
Total	7,886	7,917	7,941

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 Missouri

Missouri residents filed 31,798 complaints related to unwanted calls in FY 2024. The state ranks #30 nationally in complaints per 100K population, according to the National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for Missouri Residents:

• Missouri had 4,608,397 active registrations on the Do Not Call Registry, ranking #34 nationally per 100K population.
• Complaint volume by fiscal year peaked in 2021 at 56,859 and has been declining since.
• Medical & prescription scams were the top complaint topic, with 2,985 reports. Debt reduction scams (1,920) and imposter scams (1,788) also generated substantial complaints.
• Robocalls accounted for 14,252 complaints, while live callers generated 13,697 complaints. 3,849 complaints did not specify the call type.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Missouri 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, Missouri residents reported 35,317 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $139,349,918, 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:
Missouri Attorney General
Andrew Bailey
(573) 751-3321

Free Reverse Phone Lookup with Name

Sometimes, a simple reverse phone lookup isn't enough to identify a Missouri phone number. When that happens, trying other search methods can help. With Missouri's population estimated at 6,245,466 as of July 1, 2024, and 153,767 business establishments, information can be spread across many places, requiring you to check multiple sources.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be a useful place to search for a phone number, especially when trying to confirm someone's identity. For example, if you're meeting someone new, checking their phone number on social media can help you verify their legitimacy.

• Facebook: Try searching the phone number directly in the Facebook search bar or using the Facebook public directory. Many people list their phone numbers on their profiles.
• LinkedIn: If the phone number belongs to a professional, try searching for it on LinkedIn. The LinkedIn people directory can help you find individuals and verify their place of employment, which is especially helpful given the large number of businesses in Missouri.

Missouri Business Phone Verification

If you suspect the phone number belongs to a business in Missouri, using official state databases can provide verification. This is helpful if you're considering business partnerships with Missouri companies or need to verify a vendor before making a large purchase.

• Missouri Secretary of State: Visit the Missouri Secretary of State's website to find official business records.
• Missouri Business Entity Search: Use the Missouri Business Entity Search tool to search for businesses by name, registration number, or other details, which often includes contact phone numbers.

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