Key Findings
Utah generates 70,079 FTC complaints from 27,951 unique scam numbers across 3 area codes. ScamVerify™ analysis reveals a state where impersonation leads at 6,346 complaints (62.1% robocall rate), closely followed by medical at 6,183 and debt at 4,760. The Salt Lake City 801 area code has the highest per-number ratio in this batch at 2.7, indicating scammers reuse Utah numbers more aggressively before cycling.
Utah has two distinctive features. First, vacation and timeshare scams rank #5 at 1,001 complaints (30.3% robocall rate), elevated by Utah's ski resort and national park tourism economy. Second, the state has two of the highest-complaint individual phone numbers in this batch: (801) 405-9454 with 501 complaints and (801) 754-6622 with 487 complaints. The 385 overlay has 43.2% in-state targeting with debt as its #1 category (78.5% robocall), functioning as a nationwide campaign code.
All 3 Utah Area Codes: Ranked by Complaints
| Rank | Area Code | Region | Numbers | Complaints | Per # | In-State % | Nat'l Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 801 | Salt Lake City | 10,295 | 27,453 | 2.7 | 73.1% | #182 |
| 2 | 385 | SLC (overlay) | 10,849 | 26,828 | 2.5 | 43.2% | #191 |
| 3 | 435 | Southern / Rural UT | 6,807 | 15,798 | 2.3 | 58.1% | #265 |
| Total | 27,951 | 70,079 | 2.5 avg | 58.1% avg |
The established 801 and overlay 385 are nearly tied in complaint volume (27,453 vs. 26,828) but have a 30-point in-state targeting gap (73.1% vs. 43.2%). The overlay carries more out-of-state campaign traffic.
Utah's Scam Category Profile
| Rank | Scam Category | Complaints | Robocall % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Government/business impersonation | 6,346 | 62.1% |
| 2 | Medical and prescriptions | 6,183 | 59.0% |
| 3 | Debt reduction | 4,760 | 72.8% |
| 4 | Warranties and protection plans | 2,628 | 68.5% |
| 5 | Vacation and timeshares | 1,001 | 30.3% |
| 6 | Charities | 880 | 48.8% |
| 7 | Energy, solar, and utilities | 810 | 42.5% |
| 8 | Home improvement and cleaning | 740 | 37.2% |
The top three are tightly clustered (6,346 / 6,183 / 4,760). Vacation/timeshare at 1,001 is notable: Utah's ski resorts (Park City, Deer Valley) and proximity to 5 national parks drive tourism-related scam calls. The 30.3% robocall rate means 70% use live operators. Energy/solar at 810 is elevated by Rocky Mountain Power impersonation.
Top 10 Most Reported Utah Phone Numbers
| Rank | Phone Number | Complaints | Primary Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (801) 405-9454 | 501 | Mixed |
| 2 | (801) 754-6622 | 487 | Mixed |
| 3 | (801) 365-5601 | 362 | Impersonation (33), mixed |
| 4 | (801) 477-8968 | 108 | Mixed |
| 5 | (385) 777-0702 | 88 | Mixed |
| 6 | (801) 448-0349 | 80 | Mixed |
| 7 | (385) 261-7139 | 78 | Mixed |
| 8 | (801) 657-3318 | 74 | Mixed |
| 9 | (801) 386-8215 | 72 | Mixed |
| 10 | (385) 349-5878 | 69 | Warranties (100%) |
(801) 405-9454 with 501 complaints and (801) 754-6622 with 487 are among the highest-complaint individual numbers in any state in this batch. (385) 349-5878 is a dedicated warranty scam line at 100%. Seven of the top 10 use the 801 area code despite the overlay 385 having nearly equal total complaints.
What Utahns Can Do
- Check any suspicious number on ScamVerify's phone lookup before calling back. Utah has 27,951 known scam numbers in our database.
- Report scam calls to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the UT AG at attorneygeneral.utah.gov or 801-366-0260.
- Rocky Mountain Power never threatens disconnection by phone. Verify at 1-888-221-7070.
- Be skeptical of vacation/timeshare calls. Utah has 1,001 timeshare scam complaints. Verify any resort offer independently.
- Be cautious of 385 overlay calls. At 43.2% in-state targeting, most 385 scam calls are nationwide campaigns.
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FAQ
What types of scams are most common in Utah?
Impersonation leads at 6,346 complaints (62.1% robocall), followed by medical at 6,183 (59.0%) and debt at 4,760 (72.8%). Vacation/timeshare scams rank #5 at 1,001, elevated by Utah's ski resort and national park tourism. Warranties rank #4 at 2,628 (68.5%).
Which Utah area code gets the most scam calls?
801 Salt Lake City leads at 27,453 complaints with a 2.7 per-number ratio. 385 overlay follows closely at 26,828 but with just 43.2% in-state targeting, indicating nationwide campaign usage. 435 Southern Utah has 15,798.
Why are vacation scams elevated in Utah?
Utah has 1,001 vacation/timeshare complaints at 30.3% robocall rate. The state's ski resorts (Park City, Deer Valley), 5 national parks, and growing tourism economy make vacation-related calls plausible. Most use live operators who pitch timeshare offers or "free stays."
Are calls from 385 numbers scams?
Not all, but 385 has 43.2% in-state targeting with debt as its #1 category (78.5% robocall), indicating heavy nationwide campaign usage. It is a legitimate overlay for the Salt Lake City metro but is disproportionately exploited for out-of-state automated scams.
How do I report a scam call in Utah?
Report to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the Utah AG at attorneygeneral.utah.gov or 801-366-0260.
