Key Findings
New Hampshire generates 35,343 FTC complaints from a single area code (603), ranking #122 nationally with 62.0% in-state targeting. ScamVerify™ analysis reveals New Hampshire is the only state in this series where medical is the #1 category by a wide margin - medical leads at 4,466 complaints (71.9% robocall), a full 43% higher than impersonation at 3,123. The number (603) 403-7859 has 124 complaints with 116 classified as medical (94%). Work-from-home scams at 102 (81.4% robocall) are also unusually high for a state of this size.
New Hampshire's Single Area Code
| Rank | Area Code | Region | Complaints | In-State % | Nat'l Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 603 | Entire state | 35,343 | 62.0% | #122 |
New Hampshire's Scam Category Profile
| Rank | Scam Category | Complaints | Robocall % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical and prescriptions | 4,466 | 71.9% |
| 2 | Government/business impersonation | 3,123 | 62.5% |
| 3 | Debt reduction | 1,670 | 72.6% |
| 4 | Warranties and protection plans | 993 | 65.1% |
| 5 | Energy, solar, and utilities | 636 | 54.4% |
| 6 | Charities | 577 | - |
Medical dominates at 4,466 with 71.9% robocall - 43% more complaints than the second-place impersonation category. This is the widest gap between #1 and #2 categories of any state in our series.
Top 5 Most Reported Numbers
| Rank | Phone Number | Complaints | Primary Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (603) 356-1682 | 132 | Dropped calls |
| 2 | (603) 403-7859 | 124 | Medical (116) |
| 3 | (603) 989-1221 | 81 | Mixed |
| 4 | (603) 255-7819 | 76 | Mixed |
| 5 | (603) 457-8921 | 75 | Mixed |
What New Hampshirites Can Do
- Check any suspicious number on ScamVerify's phone lookup. New Hampshire has thousands of known scam numbers operating from the 603 code.
- Report scam calls to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the NH AG at doj.nh.gov or 1-888-468-4454.
- Medicare and health insurance scams are the #1 threat in NH. Never give medical or insurance information to unsolicited callers. Hang up and call your provider directly.
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FAQ
What types of scams are most common in New Hampshire?
Medical leads at 4,466 (71.9% robocall) - the only state where medical is #1 by a wide margin. Impersonation follows at 3,123 (62.5%) and debt at 1,670 (72.6%).
Which number generates the most medical scam complaints?
(603) 403-7859 has 124 complaints with 116 classified as medical (94%). This is a dedicated medical scam robocall line targeting the 603 area code.
How do I report a scam call in New Hampshire?
Report to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and the NH AG at doj.nh.gov or 1-888-468-4454.
