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Area Code 854 Trends and Insights

The 854 area code, encompassing a population of roughly 1.9 million individuals, features a predominantly White demographic at approximately 68%, with Black or African American residents forming about 27%. Since 2012, the population has seen consistent growth, mirroring national demographic trends, while an aging median age and slightly higher female population suggest unique community dynamics. Economically, the region has faced challenges with labor force participation declining from around 58% to nearly 56% over the past decade, although unemployment rates have halved to approximately 6% according to public data sources.

Call Complaint Trends

FCC complaint data indicates evolving communication patterns within area code 854. Significant spikes in complaints were noted around 2018, with wired call issues peaking and robocalls and prerecorded voice complaints reaching high levels. While VOIP complaints remained low, text message complaints surged in 2022, reflecting a shift in communication issues. Despite a reduction since 2018's peak in unwanted call reports, these metrics emphasize varied concerns in telecommunication channels over the years.