Key Findings
Kansas crosses the 100,000 FTC complaint threshold with 100,383 complaints from 41,859 unique scam numbers across 4 area codes. ScamVerify™ analysis reveals a state with two distinct scam ecosystems: Wichita's 316 area code has just 40.4% in-state targeting with debt reduction as its #1 category (86.0% robocall rate), functioning as a nationwide automated campaign launchpad, while Topeka's 785 has 78.2% in-state targeting with medical as its #1 category, functioning as a local neighbor-spoofing zone.
Medical scams lead statewide at 11,152 complaints (62.1% robocall rate), followed by impersonation at 8,578 and debt at 8,193 (83.7% robocall). Kansas shares the Evergy utility with Missouri, creating a cross-state utility scam pattern: Evergy impersonation campaigns use both Kansas and Missouri area codes. The most-reported Kansas phone number, (785) 264-7046, has 507 complaints, the highest single-number count in this entire batch of states.
All 4 Kansas Area Codes: Ranked by Complaints
| Rank | Area Code | Region | Numbers | Complaints | Per # | In-State % | Nat'l Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 316 | Wichita | 13,221 | 31,470 | 2.4 | 40.4% | #149 |
| 2 | 913 | Kansas City (KS side) | 11,281 | 26,799 | 2.4 | 57.5% | #192 |
| 3 | 620 | Southern Kansas | 8,951 | 21,676 | 2.4 | 52.2% | #217 |
| 4 | 785 | Topeka / NE Kansas | 8,406 | 20,438 | 2.4 | 78.2% | #231 |
| Total | 41,859 | 100,383 | 2.4 avg | 57.1% avg |
Wichita's 316 leads by a wide margin at 31,470 complaints, but its 40.4% in-state targeting means 60% of complaints come from people outside Kansas. Topeka (785) has the opposite profile: the highest in-state targeting (78.2%) with a dramatically different scam mix.
Wichita: Kansas's Campaign Code
Wichita's 316 area code has the lowest in-state targeting of any established (non-overlay) area code in this batch.
| Metric | 316 Wichita | 785 Topeka |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints | 31,470 | 20,438 |
| In-State % | 40.4% | 78.2% |
| #1 Category | Debt (3,276, 86.0% robocall) | Medical (2,818, 70.0%) |
| #2 Category | Medical (2,203) | Impersonation (1,904) |
Wichita's 40.4% in-state rate places it alongside 320 Central Minnesota (39.2%) and 475 Connecticut overlay (38.5%) as a primary nationwide campaign vehicle. The 86.0% debt robocall rate confirms automated operations. In contrast, Topeka at 78.2% is one of the most locally-targeted area codes in our recent series, comparable to Columbus 614 Ohio (84.9%).
Kansas City: The Cross-State Metro
Kansas City straddles two states. The Kansas side uses 913, while the Missouri side uses 816.
| Area Code | State | Complaints | In-State % | #1 Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 913 | Kansas | 26,799 | 57.5% | Medical (3,160) |
| 816 | Missouri | 31,196 | 67.9% | Medical (5,694, 74.6% robocall) |
| KC Metro | 57,995 |
The KC metro generates 57,995 combined complaints across both states. Medical scams lead both sides. The Missouri 816 code has a notably higher medical robocall rate (74.6%) than the Kansas 913 rate (62.3%), suggesting different levels of automation. Energy/solar scams are elevated in the 913 code at 645 complaints (73.0% robocall), driven by Evergy impersonation targeting the KC metro.
Kansas's Scam Category Profile
| Rank | Scam Category | Complaints | Robocall % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical and prescriptions | 11,152 | 62.1% |
| 2 | Government/business impersonation | 8,578 | 65.8% |
| 3 | Debt reduction | 8,193 | 83.7% |
| 4 | Warranties and protection plans | 3,094 | 76.1% |
| 5 | Energy, solar, and utilities | 1,087 | 65.4% |
| 6 | Home improvement and cleaning | 850 | 38.7% |
| 7 | Charities | 604 | 49.8% |
| 8 | Tech support | 566 | 64.7% |
Medical leads by 30% over impersonation (11,152 vs. 8,578). The 83.7% debt robocall rate is driven almost entirely by the 316 Wichita area code's 86.0% rate. Warranties at 3,094 are elevated, consistent with the central U.S. car culture pattern. The 620 Southern Kansas code has an unusual work from home category at 179 complaints (91.1% robocall rate), the highest automation rate for any category in any Kansas area code.
Top 10 Most Reported Kansas Phone Numbers
| Rank | Phone Number | Complaints | Primary Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (785) 264-7046 | 507 | Mixed |
| 2 | (620) 869-7074 | 146 | Work from home (130, 89.0%) |
| 3 | (316) 282-5238 | 136 | Medical (134, 98.5%) |
| 4 | (785) 268-2656 | 125 | Mixed |
| 5 | (785) 268-8737 | 94 | Mixed |
| 6 | (785) 940-4739 | 87 | Mixed |
| 7 | (785) 706-5363 | 79 | Impersonation (100%) |
| 8 | (785) 261-3030 | 74 | Debt reduction (66, 89.2%) |
| 9 | (785) 975-7683 | 73 | Tech support (100%) |
| 10 | (913) 600-6838 | 68 | Lottery/sweepstakes (100%) |
(785) 264-7046 leads all Kansas numbers with 507 complaints, the highest in this entire batch of states. Six of the top 10 use the 785 Topeka area code despite it ranking last in total complaints, suggesting concentrated scam operations using Topeka numbers. Three numbers are single-category specialists: (316) 282-5238 at 98.5% medical, (785) 975-7683 at 100% tech support, and (913) 600-6838 at 100% lottery/sweepstakes.
Neighbor Spoofing Analysis
| Highest In-State | % | Lowest In-State | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 785 Topeka | 78.2% | 316 Wichita | 40.4% |
| 913 KC (KS) | 57.5% | 620 Southern KS | 52.2% |
Kansas has the widest within-state in-state targeting gap in this batch: 37.8 points between Topeka (78.2%) and Wichita (40.4%). The statewide average of 57.1% is below the national norm, pulled down by Wichita and Southern Kansas.
Kansas vs. Other States
| State | Area Codes | Complaints | Unique Angle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 4 | 111,459 | 405 at #21, OG&E scam |
| Nevada | 3 | 102,248 | Lottery/gambling scams |
| Kansas | 4 | 100,383 | 316 at 40.4% in-state, cross-state KC metro |
| Louisiana | 5 | 100,180 | #1 per capita robocalls |
Kansas and Evergy's service territory crosses into Missouri, creating a unified scam corridor. Evergy's cloned service number (888-471-5275) and disconnection threat pattern target both Kansas and Missouri customers through KC metro area codes.
What Kansans Can Do
- Check any suspicious number on ScamVerify's phone lookup before calling back. Kansas has 41,859 known scam numbers in our database.
- Report scam calls to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the KS AG at ag.ks.gov or 1-800-432-2310.
- Evergy never threatens immediate disconnection. Their cloned service number is a known scam pattern. Verify at evergy.com or call directly.
- Be cautious of calls from 316 numbers. With 40.4% in-state targeting and 86% debt robocall rate, most 316 calls to Kansas residents are automated scams.
- Medicare never calls unsolicited. With 11,152 medical complaints statewide, Kansas is a top target for prescription and Medicare fraud.
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FAQ
Which Kansas area code gets the most scam calls?
316 Wichita leads with 31,470 complaints, ranking #149 nationally. However, 60% of its complaints come from out-of-state recipients because 316 is being used for nationwide automated debt campaigns (40.4% in-state targeting, 86% debt robocall rate). 785 Topeka has the most locally-targeted scam calls at 78.2% in-state.
Why does Wichita have such low in-state targeting?
The 316 area code's 40.4% in-state targeting rate places it alongside campaign codes like 320 Central MN (39.2%) and 475 CT overlay (38.5%). Scammers choose mid-market area codes with deep VoIP number inventory and less carrier scrutiny. Debt reduction leads 316 at 3,276 complaints with 86% robocall rate.
What types of scams are most common in Kansas?
Medical and prescriptions lead at 11,152 complaints (62.1% robocall rate), followed by impersonation at 8,578 (65.8%) and debt reduction at 8,193 (83.7%). The 620 area code has an unusual work-from-home scam concentration at 179 complaints with a 91.1% robocall rate. Evergy utility impersonation targets the KC metro through both Kansas and Missouri area codes.
What is the most-reported phone number in Kansas?
(785) 264-7046 from the Topeka area code has 507 FTC complaints, the highest of any number in this batch of states. Six of the top 10 most-reported Kansas numbers use the 785 area code despite it ranking last in total complaints, indicating concentrated operations using Topeka numbers.
How do I report a scam call in Kansas?
Report to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the Kansas AG at ag.ks.gov or 1-800-432-2310. For Evergy utility scams, verify at evergy.com. Kansas shares the KC metro with Missouri, so scam campaigns often span both states.
