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ThisNumber has over 28 million name and address records for about 23 million phone numbers, making it one of the best reverse phone lookup services for South Carolina residents. Stop wondering who called you and start using this free lookup tool to identify the unknown callers, verify South Carolina businesses, or research potential scam calls.
To identify the location of an South Carolina phone number, you need to understand the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) structure that all Alabama numbers follow: +1 NPA NXX XXXX.
The area code (NPA) is your key to determining location. By matching the three-digit area code to South 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 South Carolina, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.
Here's a complete list of South Carolina area codes with major cities:
| Area Codes | Cities |
|---|---|
| 803/839 | Columbia, Rock Hill, Sumter |
| 821/864 | Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson |
| 843/854 | Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant |
For latest South Carolina phone numbering regulations, contact Kari Munn (ORS) at the South Carolina PSC via [email protected] or 803-737-0821.
South Carolina has approximately 6.6 million active phone numbers. Cell phones make up the majority with 5.5 million users, while traditional landlines have significantly decreased to around 312,000 connections statewide. Internet phone services account for about 749,000 numbers.
This means that when you search a South Carolina phone number, it's most likely a cell phone. The shift away from landlines indicates that newer phone numbers may be harder to trace compared to older landline numbers that typically had more readily available public information.
South Carolina Voice Subscriptions (in thousands):
| Service Type | June 2023 | Dec 2023 | June 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile telephony | 5,397 | 5,511 | 5,531 |
| Local exchange telephone service | 403 | 370 | 312 |
| VoIP subscriptions | 800 | 772 | 749 |
| Total | 6,600 | 6,653 | 6,592 |
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:
South Carolina residents experienced a decrease in unwanted calls in 2024, with complaints totaling 29,033. Here's a breakdown based on the National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.
Key Facts for South Carolina 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, South Carolina residents reported fraud cases resulting in total losses of , with a median loss of $ 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:
South Carolina Attorney General
Alan Wilson
(803) 734-3970