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Area Code 734 Trends and Insights

Overview

Area code 734 encompasses a population approaching 3 million, featuring a diverse demographic landscape. Predominantly White, with approximately 68% of the population, followed by Black or African American residents at roughly 27%. The region has shown notable economic trends, with household median incomes consistently surpassing the national average, suggesting robust economic health. Wayne County stands as the most populated within this area code, potentially driving economic activity.

Call Complaint Trends

According to FCC complaint metrics, area code 734 has experienced fluctuation in call complaints. The peak for wireless and mobile complaints was reached in 2018, while wired service complaints declined. VOIP complaints increased in 2020 but have since tapered. By type, prerecorded and live voice complaints reached their zenith in 2018. Text message complaints, however, have seen a rise, especially noticeable in recent years, indicating an evolving landscape in communication patterns. Unwanted calls marked by a peak in 2018 have been experiencing a consistent decline.