Reverse Phone Lookup North Carolina

Reverse Phone Number Lookup in North Carolina

North Carolina has approximately 14.1 million active phone numbers. Cell phones are the dominant type with 11.8 million users, while traditional landlines are declining with 534,000 connections statewide. Internet phone services account for about 1.8 million numbers.

This indicates that when you search a North Carolina phone number, it's highly likely to be a cell phone. The decreasing use of landlines suggests that newer phone numbers might be more challenging to trace compared to older landline numbers with more readily available public information.

North Carolina 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

North Carolina Area Code Lookup

To identify the location of an North Carolina phone number, you need to understand the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) structure that all North Carolina 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 North Carolina'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 North Carolina, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.

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

For latest North Carolina phone numbering regulations, contact Nathan Barber at the North Carolina UC via [email protected] or 919-733-0848.

Robocalls and Unwanted Calls in North Carolina

North Carolina residents experienced a moderate level of unwanted calls in 2024, with 80,692 complaints. The National Do Not Call Registry Data Book ranks North Carolina #5 nationally per 100k population, but #38 in active registrations per 100k population.

Key Facts for North Carolina Residents:

• 44,947 of North Carolina's complaints involved automated robocalls.
• The top category of complaints was for "medical & prescriptions" schemes, with 7,630 reports, followed by "reducing debt" at 6,092 and "imposters" with 5,650 reports.
• 7,649,099 residents have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry.
• The peak year for complaints was 2021 with 168,043 complaints, followed by a decrease to 70,457 in 2023.
• 28,877 complaints involved live callers, and 6,868 complaints had a call type that was not reported.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls North Carolina 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, North Carolina residents reported 63,176 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $276,797,227, with a median loss of $$407 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:
North Carolina Attorney General
Jeff Jackson
(919) 716-6400

Free Reverse Phone Lookup with Name

Sometimes, a simple reverse phone lookup doesn't give you all the information you need about a North Carolina phone number. With a population of over 11 million and more than 254,000 businesses in North Carolina, trying a few different ways to search might be necessary. These alternative methods can help you find who's behind that number.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be a surprisingly useful tool for finding information connected to a phone number. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, social media can sometimes help. Try these searches:

• Facebook: Use the Facebook public directory. Enter the phone number (with or without dashes) in the search bar. See if a matching profile appears.
• LinkedIn: Since North Carolina has a large business presence, try LinkedIn's people directory. Enter the phone number; if the number is associated with a professional profile, it may appear in the results. This is helpful when confirming a potential contact from one of North Carolina's many businesses.

North Carolina Business Phone Verification

If you suspect a phone number belongs to a business in North Carolina, you can check official state records. This is especially helpful if you're considering business partnerships with North Carolina companies.

• North Carolina Secretary of State: Visit the North Carolina Secretary of State website.
• North Carolina Business Search: Use the North Carolina Business Search tool. You can try entering the phone number in the search fields (although this may not always yield results directly, you might find the business and then confirm the phone number on their website).

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