Puerto Rico Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using Puerto Rico Area Codes

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

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

For latest Puerto Rico phone numbering regulations, contact Osvaldo Soto-Garcia at the Puerto Rico TRB via [email protected] or 787-756-0804.

Puerto Rico Phone Numbers

Puerto Rico has approximately 3.5 million active phone numbers, the majority of which are mobile. Due to data limitations, specific figures for landlines and VoIP services are unavailable. However, mobile telephony accounts for 3.4 million users.

When searching a Puerto Rico phone number, it's highly likely to be a cell phone. Data on landlines and VoIP services is not published, making a comprehensive breakdown of subscriptions impossible.

Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico residents experienced fluctuating levels of unwanted calls, with complaints numbering 1,456 in 2024. The National Do Not Call Registry Data Book shows complaint levels significantly lower than the peak years of 2021 and 2022.

Key Facts for Puerto Rico Residents:

• 858 of Puerto Rico's 1,456 complaints involved robocalls, representing the majority of unwanted calls reported in 2024.
• 272 complaints were for imposter scams, followed by debt reduction (144) and medical & prescription scams (61), highlighting the prominent threats to Puerto Rican households.
• Over 431,000 Puerto Ricans have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry, indicating a considerable effort to protect against unwanted calls.
• Complaint topics include energy/solar utilities (28), computer/technical support (11), and warranties/protection plans (8).
• 518 complaints involved live callers, indicating that human-operated scam operations are still active.
• 80 complaints were of an unknown call type, indicating callers either did not know or did not report the type of call received.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Puerto Rico 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, Puerto Rico residents reported 2,759 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $14,458,031, with a median loss of $$609 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:
Puerto Rico Attorney General
Janet Parra-Mercado
(787) 721-2900

Other Puerto Rico Phone Number Search Methods

When a typical reverse phone lookup doesn't give you enough information, there are other ways to find out who a Puerto Rico phone number belongs to. With a population of 3,201,008 and about 45,000 businesses in Puerto Rico, sometimes finding the right information means trying a few different ways to search.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be helpful if you're trying to identify someone using only their phone number. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number's legitimacy, social media searches can help.

• Facebook: You can try searching for the phone number using the Facebook public directory. Facebook allows users to be found using contact information they have provided.
• LinkedIn: If the phone number is associated with a professional, try searching on LinkedIn. Given that there are approximately 45,000 businesses in Puerto Rico, the person might have their contact information listed to facilitate networking.

Puerto Rico Business Phone Verification

If you suspect the phone number belongs to a business, official Puerto Rico databases are a good place to start. For example, if you're considering business partnerships with Puerto Rico companies, verifying their phone number is a smart move.

• Puerto Rico Department of State: Start by visiting the Puerto Rico Department of State website. They provide information about businesses registered in the state.
• Puerto Rico Corporation Search: Use the Puerto Rico Corporation Search tool to look up businesses and their contact information. This database allows you to search for registered corporations and their details.

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