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Area Code 656 Trends and Insights

Overview

According to public data sources, area code 656 encapsulates regions with a population of nearly 3 million, marking steady growth over a decade. The population exhibits diverse demographics with the majority being White, followed by Black or African American, and smaller percentages of Asian and Other races. The median age, slightly higher than the national average, suggests an aging demographic. Economically, around 59% of residents participate in the labor force, with unemployment decreasing significantly over recent years, indicating positive economic trends and potential job stability.

Call Complaint Trends

FCC complaint data reveals shifting communication patterns within area code 656. Complaints via wireless channels have notably increased, peaking in 2023, while wired complaints have dwindled post-2018. Additionally, there is a rising trend in VOIP complaints anticipated in 2024. In terms of complaint types, there has been a significant increase in issues related to prerecorded voice calls and text messages by 2023. Unwanted call complaints have escalated since 2014, now reaching around 24 annually, underscoring evolving communication concerns within this area.