Identify who called from an unknown Montana 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 Montana businesses, or research potential scam calls.
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Montana has approximately 1.46 million active phone numbers. Cell phones are the most popular type, with about 1.2 million users, while traditional landlines continue to decrease with about 104,000 connections statewide. Internet phone services have around 152,000 subscribers.
This means that when you search a Montana phone number, it's most likely a cell phone. The decreasing number of landlines implies newer phone numbers are often harder to trace compared to older landline numbers, which had more readily available public information.
Montana Voice Subscriptions (in thousands):
| Service Type | June 2023 | Dec 2023 | June 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile telephony | 1,167 | 1,188 | 1,203 |
| Local exchange telephone service | 118 | 109 | 104 |
| VoIP subscriptions | 154 | 158 | 152 |
| Total | 1,439 | 1,455 | 1,459 |
Source: FCC Voice Telephone Services Report
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:
To identify the location of an Montana phone number, you need to understand the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) structure that all Montana numbers follow: +1 NPA NXX XXXX.
The area code (NPA) is your key to determining location. By matching the three-digit area code to Montana'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 Montana, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.
Here's a complete list of Montana area codes with major cities:
| Area Codes | Cities |
|---|---|
| 406 | Billings, Missoula, Great Falls |
For latest Montana phone numbering regulations, contact Katie Sheard at the Montana PSC via [email protected] or 406-444-4266.
Montana residents experienced 4,955 complaints related to unwanted calls in 2024. The state ranks #43 nationally for complaints per 100,000 population. The latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book shows that 878,624 Montana residents have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry.
Key Facts for Montana Residents:
According to the Federal Trade Commission's 2024 data, phone calls and text messages make up 35% of all fraud contact methods nationwide:
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, Montana residents reported 6,569 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $22,546,556, with a median loss of $$459 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:
Montana Attorney General
Austin Knudsen
(406) 444-2026
When a standard reverse phone lookup doesn't provide enough information, alternative search methods can help you identify Montana phone numbers. With a population of 1,137,233 and 42,015 business establishments in Montana, sometimes finding the right information requires trying a few different ways.
Social media can be useful in tracking down more details associated with a phone number, especially if you’re verifying someone’s identity. You can use social media to see if a phone number is linked to a social media profile. This helps you verify if the person is who they claim to be.
For verifying business phone numbers in Montana, official state databases are your best resource. This is particularly important if you're considering business partnerships or verifying vendors before making large purchases.
For the best results, it helps to use these methods together.
Yes, reverse phone lookups are legal in Montana. However, lookup companies must follow the Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act if they process data from 50,000+ Montana residents or earn 25%+ revenue from selling personal data.
Your phone number is protected when it's linked to your identity, including:
Publicly available phone directories and properly anonymized data are not protected.
Under Montana law, you can:
Contact the company directly: They must respond within 45 days and can't charge you for the first request each year.
If denied: You can appeal within 60 days. If still denied, contact the Montana Attorney General.
No lawsuits allowed: You cannot sue companies directly - only the state Attorney General can enforce violations.
Reverse phone lookups are legal, but you have the right to opt out and delete your data from most commercial databases. Companies must honor these requests within 45 days or face state enforcement action.
ThisNumber database includes over 28 million name and address records for about 23 million United States phone numbers. Our free reverse phone lookup results may include available information on owner's: