Key Findings
Mississippi ranks #2 nationally for robocalls per capita at 314 robocalls per person annually (WhistleOut 2026), behind only Louisiana (350). ScamVerify™ analysis of 9.7 million FTC phone complaint records reveals 66,640 complaints from 28,646 unique scam numbers across 4 Mississippi area codes.
Medical scams lead at 9,473 complaints with the lowest medical robocall rate in this batch at 52.4%, meaning nearly half use live operators. Mississippi has a uniquely elevated home security and alarms category at 614 complaints (59.4% robocall), a category that rarely appears in other states' top 10. The Jackson metro area code 601 leads at #207 nationally. Home improvement also stands out at 277 complaints with a 74.4% robocall rate, the highest home improvement automation of any state in our series (most states have 20-45%).
The state's most-reported number, (662) 255-3743, has 621 complaints, among the highest single-number counts in any state.
All 4 Mississippi Area Codes: Ranked by Complaints
| Rank | Area Code | Region | Numbers | Complaints | Per # | In-State % | Nat'l Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 601 | Jackson | 10,440 | 23,515 | 2.3 | 71.3% | #207 |
| 2 | 228 | Gulf Coast / Biloxi | 8,041 | 19,049 | 2.4 | 53.9% | #240 |
| 3 | 662 | Northern MS / Tupelo | 7,628 | 17,815 | 2.3 | 59.6% | #251 |
| 4 | 769 | Jackson (overlay) | 2,537 | 6,261 | 2.5 | 38.9% | #327 |
| Total | 28,646 | 66,640 | 2.3 avg | 55.9% avg |
The 769 Jackson overlay has just 38.9% in-state targeting with debt as its dominant category (81.8% robocall), functioning as a nationwide campaign code. Gulf Coast 228 at 53.9% is also used for out-of-state campaigns.
The Deep South's #2 Per Capita
Mississippi is part of the Deep South robocall corridor.
| Rank | State | Robocalls/Person | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louisiana | 350 | 100,180 |
| 2 | Mississippi | 314 | 66,640 |
| 3 | Georgia | 293 | 306,594 |
| 4 | Alabama | 286 | 118,108 |
| 5 | Tennessee | 274 | 183,370 |
Mississippi's 314 robocalls per person is the second-highest in the nation. Combined with the lowest median household income of any state (~$49,000), Mississippi residents are both the most targeted and among the most vulnerable to phone-based fraud.
Mississippi's Scam Category Profile
| Rank | Scam Category | Complaints | Robocall % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical and prescriptions | 9,473 | 52.4% |
| 2 | Government/business impersonation | 6,768 | 58.8% |
| 3 | Debt reduction | 4,536 | 77.1% |
| 4 | Warranties and protection plans | 1,835 | 73.0% |
| 5 | Home security and alarms | 614 | 59.4% |
| 6 | Charities | 553 | 58.4% |
| 7 | Energy, solar, and utilities | 287 | 64.8% |
| 8 | Lotteries and sweepstakes | 282 | 38.3% |
Home security at 614 is Mississippi's most distinctive category. The 601 Jackson area code has 244 home security complaints at 81.1% robocall rate, the highest automation rate for this category of any area code. Home improvement at 277 has a 74.4% robocall rate, also the highest. Both suggest automated ADT/alarm and contractor scam campaigns specifically targeting Mississippi.
The 52.4% medical robocall rate is the lowest of any state in this batch, meaning nearly half of medical scam calls use live operators.
Top 10 Most Reported Mississippi Phone Numbers
| Rank | Phone Number | Complaints | Primary Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (662) 255-3743 | 621 | Impersonation (113), mixed |
| 2 | (228) 335-7264 | 127 | Impersonation (51), mixed |
| 3 | (601) 325-9795 | 90 | Debt reduction (100%) |
| 4 | (601) 588-9053 | 66 | Impersonation (23), dropped calls |
| 5 | (601) 954-3567 | 59 | Robocaller (100%) |
| 6 | (662) 339-6233 | 56 | Robocaller (100%) |
| 7 | (601) 228-8995 | 48 | Robocaller (100%) |
| 8 | (601) 773-4940 | 46 | Mixed |
| 9 | (228) 325-8388 | 46 | Charities (10), dropped calls |
| 10 | (228) 215-1672 | 44 | Impersonation (100%) |
(662) 255-3743 leads all Mississippi numbers with 621 complaints, including 113 for impersonation. (601) 325-9795 is a dedicated debt reduction line at 100%. (228) 215-1672 is a dedicated impersonation line at 100%. Three numbers are from the Gulf Coast 228.
What Mississippians Can Do
- Check any suspicious number on ScamVerify's phone lookup before calling back. Mississippi has 28,646 known scam numbers in our database.
- Report scam calls to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the MS AG at ago.state.ms.us or 601-359-4230.
- Mississippi is #2 for robocalls per capita. At 314 per person annually, treat every unsolicited call with skepticism.
- Be cautious of home security calls. Mississippi has 614 home security scam complaints, a category rarely seen in other states' top categories.
- Medicare never calls unsolicited. With 9,473 medical complaints, Mississippi is heavily targeted by prescription and Medicare fraud.
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FAQ
Why is Mississippi #2 for robocalls per capita?
Mississippi receives 314 robocalls per person annually, second only to Louisiana (350). The Deep South has structural factors that make phone-based scams dominant: higher poverty rates, the lowest median household income nationally (~$49,000), larger elderly populations, and lower broadband adoption.
What types of scams are most common in Mississippi?
Medical leads at 9,473 complaints (52.4% robocall), followed by impersonation at 6,768 (58.8%) and debt at 4,536 (77.1%). Home security (614 at 59.4%) and home improvement (277 at 74.4%) are uniquely elevated compared to other states.
Which Mississippi area code gets the most scam calls?
601 Jackson leads at 23,515 complaints (#207 nationally) at 71.3% in-state targeting. The 228 Gulf Coast follows at 19,049. The 769 overlay at 38.9% in-state functions as a nationwide campaign code.
What is the most-reported number in Mississippi?
(662) 255-3743 has 621 FTC complaints with 113 for impersonation, among the highest single-number counts in any state.
How do I report a scam call in Mississippi?
Report to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the Mississippi AG at ago.state.ms.us or 601-359-4230.
