Tennessee Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using Tennessee Area Codes

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

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

For latest Tennessee phone numbering regulations, contact John Hutton at the Tennessee RA via [email protected] or 615-419-3982.

Tennessee Phone Numbers

Tennessee has approximately 9.5 million active phone numbers. Mobile phone subscriptions dominate, accounting for nearly 8 million connections. Traditional landlines are declining, with only about 330,000 lines remaining. Internet-based phone services (VoIP) are growing in popularity, with around 1.3 million subscriptions.

When tracing a phone number in Tennessee, it's highly probable that it's a mobile phone. Due to the decline of landlines, obtaining information from newer phone numbers can be more challenging as landlines traditionally had more publicly accessible data.

Tennessee 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 Tennessee

Tennessee residents experienced 46,489 complaints regarding unwanted calls in 2024, ranking #14 nationally per 100k population, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for Tennessee Residents:

• 23,162 of Tennessee's 46,489 complaints involved automated robocalls, representing roughly half of all unwanted call reports statewide.
• 4,769 complaints were for fraudulent "medical & prescriptions" schemes, followed by reducing debt schemes (3,885) and imposter scams (3,447), showing these remain the top threats to Tennessee families.
• Over 5.3 million Tennesseans have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry (5,311,697), demonstrating strong community engagement in call protection efforts.
• Complaints dropped negligibly from 47,176 to 46,489 in 2024 compared to prior years, suggesting previous protective measures have plateaued in effectiveness for Tennessee households.
• 18,739 complaints involved live callers, indicating that human-operated scam operations continue actively targeting the state.
• Tennessee ranks #14 nationally for complaints per 100,000 population, reflecting a high level of complaints per capita compared to other states.

Tennessee's Do Not Call Registry

Tennessee residents can stop most unwanted telemarketing calls by registering with the state's Do Not Call Register, managed by the Tennessee Regulatory Authority. Once your number has been on the list for 60 days, most telemarketers are legally prohibited from calling your residential telephone numbers under Tennessee law.

The state law includes exemptions for calls with your prior express invitation or permission, calls from existing customers (within the past 12 months), calls from not-for-profit organizations made by bona fide members, and occasional isolated calls from businesses that meet specific criteria. Charity and political fundraising calls may still reach you even after registering.

Tennessee's regulations are particularly comprehensive, requiring telemarketers to call only between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM local time, clearly identify themselves within the first 25 seconds, and avoid blocking caller ID information. Violators face civil penalties up to $2,000 per violation.

If telemarketers continue calling after your number has been registered for at least 60 days, you can file a complaint with the Tennessee Regulatory Authority, which enforces the state's telephone solicitation laws. This gives Tennessee residents robust local enforcement options beyond the federal do-not-call registry.

When using reverse phone lookup services to identify unknown callers, understanding Tennessee's comprehensive do-not-call protections helps you recognize which calls may be violations worth reporting to state authorities.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Tennessee 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, Tennessee residents reported 83027 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $157.2M, 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:
Tennessee Attorney General
Jonathan Skrmetti
(615) 741-3491

Other Tennessee Phone Number Search Methods

Sometimes a reverse phone lookup isn't enough to identify a Tennessee phone number. That's when these alternative search methods can help. With Tennessee's population of 7,227,750 (as of July 1, 2024) and 147,924 business establishments, it's likely you might need to try a few different ways to find the information you're looking for.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be a good place to find information connected to a phone number. For example, if you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, social media searches might help.

• Facebook allows you to search for people using a phone number. Try entering the number in the search bar. You can also try the Facebook public directory.
• LinkedIn can help you verify someone's professional identity using their phone number, especially if they're in a business related to Tennessee's large business community. Use the LinkedIn people directory. You can search by name, location, and company to see if the number matches a professional profile.

Tennessee Business Phone Verification

If the phone number belongs to a business, you can often find it listed in official state databases. For example, if you're considering business partnerships with Tennessee companies, you can verify their phone number through the state’s records.

• Check the Tennessee Secretary of State website at https://sos.tn.gov/ for official business information.
• Use the Tennessee Business Entity Search tool, accessible at https://tncab.tnsos.gov/business-entity-search, to find registered business information, including phone numbers, in Tennessee.

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

Are Reverse Phone Lookups Legal in Tennessee?

Yes, reverse phone lookups are legal in Tennessee. The state doesn't prohibit these services, but you cannot use them for stalking, harassment, fraud, or identity theft. Phone lookup services can only access publicly available records.

What Phone Data Can Be Looked Up Legally?

Reverse lookup services in Tennessee can access:

• Names and addresses from public phone directories
• Business registration information
• Publicly available social media profiles
• Court records and property records linked to phone numbers

They cannot access private call logs, text messages, or confidential records without proper legal process.

Your Rights to Remove Phone Data (Starting July 2025)

Under Tennessee's new Information Protection Act, you'll have these rights:

1. Delete your data: Request removal of your phone information from company databases
2. Stop data sales: Opt out of companies selling your phone data to lookup services
3. Correct errors: Fix inaccurate information linked to your number
4. Know who has your data: Find out which companies are processing your phone information

How to exercise these rights: Submit requests through company websites or customer service. Companies must respond within 45 days.

How to Protect Your Phone Privacy Now

• Join Do Not Call Registry: Register at the Tennessee Do Not Call/Text Program to reduce telemarketing
• Use unlisted numbers: Request unlisted status from your phone carrier
• Report violations: File complaints with the Tennessee Attorney General for illegal use of your phone data

What Happens if Someone Misuses Phone Lookup?

Tennessee law provides penalties for misuse:

• Caller ID spoofing: Up to $10,000 fine per violation
• Privacy law violations: Up to $7,500 per violation (starting July 2025)
• Stalking or harassment: Criminal charges under state law