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Area Code 715 Trends and Insights

The 715 area code encompasses parts of Wisconsin and has a current population of nearly 2 million people, according to public data sources. The area has shown consistent population growth and is diverse, with Waukesha County being the most populous. The demographic makeup is predominantly White, with a modest representation of Black, Asian, and other racial groups. The median household income has steadily increased, nearly closing the gap with the national median over the last decade, indicating positive economic trends. The labor force participation and employment-to-population ratios have fluctuated but remains healthier than national averages.

Call Complaint Trends

FCC complaint metrics reveal dynamic communication patterns in the 715 area code. Complaints originating from wireless methods have fluctuated, peaking in 2018, while those from wired methods notably declined by 2024. VOIP complaints rose consistently until 2020 and have decreased since. By call type, prerecorded voice call complaints spiked in 2015 and have been on the decline. Abandoned call complaints were significant in 2018 but have ceased recently. Unwanted call complaints, notably telemarketing and robocalls, have largely dissipated since their peak years, highlighting a shift in community concerns.