Reverse Phone Lookup Ohio

Identify who called from an unknown Ohio 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 Ohio businesses, or research potential scam calls.

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Reverse Phone Number Lookup in Ohio

Reverse phone lookup in Ohio lets you find out who's calling by searching open public databases from government sources. Ohioans receive accurate name and address details to make informed decisions about unknown calls. This number lookup helps screen calls and determine whether to answer, return, or block calls from unknown numbers.

Reverse Phone Lookup by Ohio Area Code

All Ohio 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.

Ohio Area Code Map with Cities

Here's a complete list of Ohio area codes:

Area Code 216: Cleveland, Lakewood, Euclid

Location: The 216 area code covers the city of Cleveland, Ohio, and inner-ring suburbs.

Common Callers: Cleveland Clinic international patient services, University Hospitals scheduling, and KeyBank support.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 216 area code gets Cleveland Clinic & University Hospitals Impersonators and Post-Accident "Injury Helpline" scams. Phantom Debt & Legal Threat scams are frequent, along with Fake Delivery & Subscription Phishing texts and the "Can You Hear Me?" scam.

Area Codes 220/740: Newark, Lancaster, Marion

Location: The 220 and 740 area codes cover southern and eastern Ohio, including major cities like Newark, Zanesville, and Athens.

Common Callers: Ohio University alumni, fracking/energy industry logistics, and retail distribution center HR.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 220 and 740 area codes report "Trisha Davis" Urgent Text scams and AEP Electric Disconnection threats. Urgent Care Medical Bill scams are common, as are "Health Enrollment Center" robocalls and Fake Unauthorized Purchase scams (Walmart & Bank).

Area Codes 234/330: Akron, Canton, Youngstown

Location: The 234 and 330 area codes cover northeastern Ohio, including major cities like Akron, Canton, and Youngstown.

Common Callers: Goodyear corporate, Summa Health nurses, and FirstEnergy utility alerts.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 234 and 330 area codes are targeted by the "4,800 Government Payout" Text scam and Suspicious Refund and Smishing text messages. Fake Process Server & Lawsuit Threat scams are common, as are Social Security Arrest threats and Unsolicited "Cash Offer for Your Home" calls.

Area Codes 283/513: Cincinnati, Hamilton, Middletown

Location: The 283 and 513 area codes cover southwestern Ohio, including major cities like Cincinnati, Hamilton, and Middletown.

Common Callers: Procter & Gamble (P&G) corporate, Cincinnati Children's Hospital scheduling, and Fifth Third Bank fraud depts.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 283 and 513 area codes experience Aggressive Old Debt Collection scams and Fake Process Server threats. 513 specifically reports "Free" Medical Supply scams targeting Medicare recipients and unsolicited "Cash For Your House" offers, while 283 is dealing with a volume of unidentified/spoofed scam calls.

Area Codes 326/937: Dayton, Springfield, Kettering

Location: The 326 and 937 area codes cover southwestern Ohio, including major cities like Dayton, Springfield, and Kettering.

Common Callers: Wright-Patterson AFB personnel, Premier Health Partners billing, and CareSource support.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 326 and 937 area codes are subject to DP&L and AES Utility Disconnection scams. Residents frequently report Suspicious Anonymous Robocalls, "We Buy Houses for Cash" offers, and Publishers Clearing House prize scams alongside standard Legal Threat calls.

Area Codes 380/614: Columbus, Dublin, Westerville

Location: The 380 and 614 area codes cover central Ohio, including major cities like Columbus, Dublin, and Westerville.

Common Callers: Ohio State University staff, Nationwide Insurance agents, Chase Bank support, and state government officials.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 380 and 614 area codes face specific "American Rescue Plan" Tax Debt scams and Phantom Outgoing Call Log hoaxes. 614 reports "Comenity Bank" harassment and ODJFS Unemployment scams, while 380 is dealing with Vague "Legal Consequences" threats and Google Business Verification fee fraud.

Area Codes 419/567: Toledo, Mansfield, Findlay

Location: The 419 and 567 area codes cover northwestern Ohio, including major cities like Toledo, Lima, and Findlay.

Common Callers: ProMedica Health System appointments, Jeep plant HR (Stellantis), and Marathon Petroleum corporate.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 419 and 567 area codes are targeted by Fake Legal Action and Arrest Warrant threats. Residents report Unemployment Claim phishing scams, aggressive Vehicle Warranty calls, and Utility Provider impersonations.

Area Codes 436/440: Parma, Lorain, Elyria

Location: The 436 and 440 area codes cover northeastern Ohio, including major cities like Parma, Lorain, and Mentor.

Common Callers: Progressive Insurance claims adjusters, Lubrizol sales, and Cleveland Clinic regional offices.

Scams and Spam Calls: The 436 and 440 area codes experience High-Volume Harassment and Silent Calls alongside Aggressive Debt Collection scams. Common themes include Social Security & IRS impersonation, Amazon Fake Purchase alerts, and unsolicited Real Estate calls.

For latest Ohio phone numbering regulations, contact Robbin Russell at the Ohio PUC via [email protected] or 614-466-0401.

Ohio Phone Numbers

Ohio has approximately 16.1 million active phone numbers. Mobile phones are the dominant type with around 13.5 million users, while traditional landlines continue to decline, now serving about 682,000 connections statewide. Internet-based phone services account for roughly 2 million numbers.

Searching an Ohio phone number will likely lead to a mobile phone. The decline in landlines means that newer numbers are often more difficult to trace compared to older landline numbers that once had more easily accessible public information.

Ohio Voice Subscriptions (in thousands):

Service Type June 2023 Dec 2023 June 2024
Mobile telephony 13,190 13,372 13,464
Local exchange telephone service 816 756 682
VoIP subscriptions 2,050 2,010 2,001
Total 16,056 16,138 16,147

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 Ohio

Ohio residents experienced a decrease in unwanted call complaints in 2024, with 99,873 complaints registered. Ohio ranks #2 nationally for complaints per 100k population, according to the National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Do Not Call Complaints from Ohio

Key Facts for Ohio Residents:

  • Ohio had 99,873 complaints in 2024, ranking #2 nationally for complaints per 100K population.
  • 9,988,693 active registrations on the Do Not Call Registry, ranking #13 nationally per 100K population.
  • Medical & prescriptions schemes topped the list of complaints by topic with 10,334 reports.
  • Robocalls accounted for the largest portion of complaints by call type, with 45,102 reports.
  • 38,063 complaints involved live callers.
  • Complaints by fiscal year have decreased from 217,911 in 2021 to 99,873 in 2024.
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 Ohio 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: Ohio Fraud Statistics

In 2024, Ohio residents reported 63,367 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $226,195,712, with a median loss of $$350 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:
Ohio Attorney General
Dave Yost
(614) 466-4320

Free Reverse Phone Lookup with Name

Sometimes, a simple reverse phone lookup doesn't give you all the information you need about an Ohio phone number. With Ohio's large population of 11,883,304 (as of July 1, 2024) and 254,594 business establishments, it can be challenging to pinpoint who owns a number. In these cases, trying a few different search methods can help you find the information you're looking for.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media platforms can sometimes reveal information linked to a phone number. If you're trying to verify a phone number, social media can provide clues about the owner's identity. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, or wanting to confirm potential partners' identity before meeting.

  • Facebook allows you to search using a phone number in their public directory. Visit the Facebook public directory and enter the phone number to see if any matching profiles appear.
  • LinkedIn can be useful for verifying professional contacts, especially within Ohio's large business community. Try searching the LinkedIn people directory using the phone number to see if it's associated with a professional profile.

Ohio Business Phone Verification

If you suspect the phone number belongs to an Ohio business, you can use official state resources to verify its legitimacy. This can be useful if you're considering business partnerships with Ohio companies or performing vendor verification before large purchases or contracts.

  • The Ohio Secretary of State website is a valuable resource for verifying business information. Visit the Ohio Secretary of State website.
  • Use the Ohio Business Search tool to search for businesses by name or other identifying information, which may include their phone number. Access the Ohio Business Search database to conduct your search.

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