South Dakota Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using South Dakota Area Codes

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

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

For latest South Dakota phone numbering regulations, contact Joseph Rezac at the South Dakota PUC via [email protected] or 605-773-5285.

South Dakota Phone Numbers

South Dakota has approximately 1.2 million active phone numbers. Cell phones make up the majority with 959,000 users, while traditional landlines have diminished to 113,000 connections statewide. Internet phone services account for about 108,000 numbers.

This means that when you search a South Dakota phone number, it's most likely a cell phone. The ongoing decline of landlines indicates that newer phone numbers might be more challenging to trace compared to older landline numbers that traditionally had more accessible public information.

South Dakota 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 South Dakota

South Dakota residents experienced a slight decrease in unwanted calls in 2024, with complaints totaling 3,927. This is a decrease from the peak of 8,237 complaints in 2021, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for South Dakota Residents:

• 2,085 of South Dakota's 3,927 complaints involved automated robocalls, representing the majority of all unwanted call reports statewide.
• 377 complaints were for fraudulent "reducing debt" schemes, followed by medical and prescriptions scams (320) and imposter scams (313), showing these remain the top threats to South Dakota families.
• Over 688 thousand South Dakotans have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry, demonstrating strong community engagement in call protection efforts.
• A significant drop in complaints from 2021's peak shows that protective measures are making a real difference for South Dakota households.
• 1,555 complaints involved live callers, indicating that human-operated scam operations continue actively targeting the state.
• South Dakota ranks #45 nationally for complaints per 100,000 population, reflecting a relatively low level of complaints per capita compared to other states.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls South Dakota 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, South Dakota residents reported 3,880 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $20,431,576, 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:
South Dakota Attorney General
Marty Jackley
(605) 773-3215

Other South Dakota Phone Number Search Methods

Sometimes, a basic reverse phone lookup doesn't give you all the information you need about a South Dakota phone number. When that happens, these alternative search methods can help you find out more. With a population of 924,669 and 28,857 business establishments in South Dakota, sometimes you need to try a few different ways to find the information you’re looking for.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media platforms can be helpful if you want to verify a phone number. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, social media searches can help.

• Facebook: Search for the phone number using the Facebook public directory. Facebook lets users link their phone numbers to their profiles, making it searchable if their privacy settings allow it.
• LinkedIn: If the phone number is associated with a business professional in South Dakota, you might find them by searching on LinkedIn. This is particularly useful considering South Dakota has over 28,000 businesses.

South Dakota Business Phone Verification

If you suspect a phone number belongs to a South Dakota business, you can use official state databases to confirm this. For example, If you're considering business partnerships with South Dakota companies, this helps you verify their phone number.

• South Dakota Secretary of State: Visit the South Dakota Secretary of State website. You can often find business contact information, including phone numbers, on official state websites.
• South Dakota Business Information Search: Use the South Dakota Business Information Search tool. Search for the business name and view the business filings to find associated phone numbers.

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