Oregon Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using Oregon Area Codes

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

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

For latest Oregon phone numbering regulations, contact Russell Beitzel at the Oregon PUC via [email protected] or 971-209-0533.

Oregon Phone Numbers

Oregon has approximately 5.7 million active phone numbers. Cell phones are the most popular, with 4.7 million users. Traditional landlines are declining, with only around 244,000 connections remaining statewide. Internet phone services account for roughly 774,000 numbers.

This indicates that an Oregon phone number you search is highly likely to be a cell phone. The diminishing use of landlines means newer numbers can be more difficult to trace compared to older landline numbers, which often had more readily available public information.

Oregon 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

Robocalls and Unwanted Calls in Oregon

Oregon residents experienced a moderate level of unwanted calls in 2024, with 22,943 complaints, ranking #27 nationally per 100K population, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for Oregon Residents:

• 12,018 of Oregon's 22,943 complaints involved automated robocalls, representing a significant portion of all unwanted call reports statewide.
• 1,977 complaints were for fraudulent "medical & prescriptions" schemes, followed by imposter scams (1,710) and debt reduction fraud (968), showing these remain the top threats to Oregon families.
• Over 3.3 million Oregonians have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry, demonstrating strong community engagement in call protection efforts.
• Complaints have decreased since 2021's peak of 74,503, showing that protective measures are having an effect on Oregon households.
• 8,431 complaints involved live callers, indicating that human-operated scam operations continue actively targeting the state.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Oregon 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, Oregon residents reported 30,013 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $123,704,947, 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:
Oregon Attorney General
Dan Rayfield
(503) 378-6002

Other Oregon Phone Number Search Methods

Sometimes, a regular reverse phone lookup isn't enough to identify an Oregon phone number. Trying a few different ways can help. Oregon, with an estimated population of 4,272,371 as of July 1, 2024, and 122,397 business establishments, requires multiple search approaches due to the sheer volume of phone numbers in use.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be useful for finding information connected to a phone number. For instance, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, these platforms can help.

• Facebook: You can try searching the phone number directly on Facebook to see if the owner's profile is public. Use the Facebook public directory to perform this search.
• LinkedIn: If the phone number belongs to a professional, search for it on LinkedIn. Oregon's numerous businesses mean many professionals use LinkedIn. Use the LinkedIn people directory to verify professional information.

Oregon Business Phone Verification

Verifying a business phone number in Oregon is important if you're considering business partnerships or verifying vendor information before large purchases or contracts.

• Oregon Secretary of State: The official source for verifying business information in Oregon is the Oregon Secretary of State.
• Oregon Business Name Search: Use the Oregon Business Name Search to look up business details, including phone numbers, using a business name or registration number.

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

Are Reverse Phone Lookups Legal in Oregon?

Yes, reverse phone lookups are legal in Oregon. However, the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA) gives you rights to control how companies use your phone data.

Your Oregon Phone Privacy Rights

Under Oregon law, you can:

• See what data companies have - Get confirmation of what personal data (including phone numbers) companies are processing about you
• Delete your data - Require companies to delete your personal information, including phone numbers
• Opt out of data sales - Stop companies from selling your personal data to third parties
• Correct inaccurate information - Fix wrong data companies have about you

How to Remove Your Phone Number from Databases

Contact companies directly: Submit a request using the method specified in their privacy notice. Companies must respond within 45 days and cannot charge you for your first request each year.

Know the limits: Oregon's privacy law only applies to larger companies processing data from 100,000+ consumers or those making 25%+ of revenue from data sales.

Filing Complaints

If companies ignore your privacy requests, contact the Oregon Attorney General:

• Online: Use the Oregon DOJ complaint form
• Phone: Consumer Hotline at 1-877-877-9392

Important: Only the Attorney General can enforce violations - you cannot sue companies directly under Oregon privacy law.

Bottom Line for Phone Lookup Users

While reverse phone lookups remain legal, Oregon residents have new tools to control their phone data. Contact larger data companies directly to exercise your rights, and file complaints with the state if they don't comply.