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Area Code 858 Trends and Insights

Overview

Area Code 858, serving a growing population in San Diego County, reflects robust demographic and economic trends. With a majority White demographic at approximately 69%, this area also boasts diversity with sizable Asian (around 14%) and other racial groups. The median household income has risen significantly over the past decade, notably exceeding national averages, suggesting strong economic trends. San Diego County's appeal, marked by job opportunities and a high quality of life, is demonstrated in its continued population growth and youthful median age of around 37 years.

Call Complaint Trends

Within Area Code 858, FCC complaint metrics indicate fluctuating communication patterns over the years. Wireless/Mobile sources accounted for most complaints, peaking in 2018. Complaints related to VOIP calls varied, with significant reports in 2015 and 2019, while Wired call complaints have consistently decreased. Text message complaints have steadily risen, especially after 2020, reflecting changing consumer concerns. The data on unwanted calls shows a peak in 2017, with a declining trend thereafter, underscoring evolving telemarketing and robocall issues.