West Virginia Reverse Phone Lookup

Identify Phone Number Location Using West Virginia Area Codes

To identify the location of an West Virginia 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 West Virginia'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 West Virginia, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.

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

For latest West Virginia phone numbering regulations, contact C. Todd Midkiff at the West Virginia PSC via cmidkiff@psc.state.wv.us or 304-340-0315.

West Virginia Phone Numbers

West Virginia has approximately 2.2 million active phone numbers. Cell phones are the dominant type, accounting for about 1.7 million users. Landlines continue to decline, now at approximately 200,000 connections statewide, while internet phone services hold steady at around 264,000 numbers.

Searching a West Virginia phone number is most likely to return a cell phone. Due to the move away from traditional landlines, newer numbers are often more difficult to trace than the older landline numbers which historically had more publicly accessible information.

West Virginia 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 West Virginia

West Virginia saw a rise in unwanted call complaints in 2024, with 11,000 complaints, up from 8,139 in 2023, according to the latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book. The state ranks #21 nationally in complaints per 100K population.

Key Facts for West Virginia Residents:

• Robocalls accounted for 5,234 of the complaints, with live callers generating 4,955 complaints. 811 complaints did not specify the call type.
• Medical & prescriptions scams topped the list of complaints by topic with 1,138 complaints, followed by reducing debt (576) and imposters (549).
• 1,380,744 West Virginians have registered their numbers on the Do Not Call Registry, indicating strong community awareness.
• The trend of complaints shows an increase from 2023, rising from 8,139 to 11,000 in 2024.
• Active registrations continue to climb, reaching 1,380,744 in 2024.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls West Virginia 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, West Virginia 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:
West Virginia Attorney General
John B. McCuskey
(304) 558-2021

Other West Virginia Phone Number Search Methods

Sometimes, a simple reverse phone lookup isn't enough to find the information you need about a West Virginia phone number. With West Virginia's population of 1,769,979 and 35,530 business establishments, trying a few different ways to search can help you identify who's calling or texting you. Here are a couple of other methods you can try.

Social Media Phone Number Searches

Social media can be a helpful way to find out more information about a West Virginia phone number. If you're meeting someone new and want to verify their phone number legitimacy, social media might help. Many people link their phone numbers to their social media accounts.

• Facebook: Use the Facebook public directory. Type the phone number into the search bar and see if a matching profile appears. Even if the number isn't directly listed, you might find the person by searching their name if you have that information.
• LinkedIn: If you're trying to identify a professional contact in West Virginia, especially given the state's 35,530 businesses, try LinkedIn's people directory. You can search by name and location, and if they have included their phone number in their profile, it will appear. This is especially useful for business verification.

West Virginia Business Phone Verification

If you suspect the phone number belongs to a West Virginia business, you can use official state resources to verify it. If you're considering business partnerships with West Virginia companies, it's a good idea to check the business information and verify their phone number.

• West Virginia Secretary of State: Start by visiting the West Virginia Secretary of State website. This is the main regulatory department in West Virginia.
• West Virginia Business Entity Search: Use the West Virginia Business Entity Search database to look up businesses by name or other details. If a business lists a phone number, it will show up in the search results. This is a great way to confirm the legitimacy of a business phone number.

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