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Area Code 901 Trends and Insights

Area code 901 encompasses a diverse demographic marked predominantly by Black or African American residents, forming around 52% of its population, according to public data sources. The remaining racial composition mainly includes White individuals and a limited representation of Asian and other minorities. The total population is slightly over one million, with a predominant presence in Shelby County, followed by contributions from Tipton and Fayette Counties. Economically, the region experienced substantial growth in median income, reaching an apex in 2022, notably surpassing the national average in prior years. A declining labor force participation rate contrasts with a decrease in unemployment, signaling evolving economic trends in the area.

Call Complaint Trends

FCC complaint metrics for area code 901 illustrate a dynamic landscape in communication patterns. Wireless/mobile complaints peaked in 2018 but have gradually decreased, alongside a significant downturn in wired complaints, approaching minimal levels by 2023. Conversely, a marked increase in VOIP complaints emerged in 2019. By type, prerecorded and live voice complaints both peaked in 2018, while text message grievances have consistently risen, notably in recent years. Unwanted calls and telemarketing complaints highlight fluctuations, with unwanted call issues encountering a notable decline post-2018. As of 2023, the presence of robocalls continues to wane, paralleling national efforts to curtail telemarketing disturbances.