May 2025 Robocall Breakdown: The Top 5 Hardest‑Hit States and the Biggest Risers

May 2025 Robocall Breakdown: The Top 5 Hardest‑Hit States and the Biggest Risers

In May 2025, Americans received a staggering 4.8 billion robocalls, reflecting a slight 2.5% dip from April. But that national decrease doesn’t mean all states were spared. New data from the YouMail Robocall Index highlights how certain states continued to absorb the brunt of this telecom nuisance—particularly the South and parts of the East Coast.

May 2025 National Robocall Trends

• Total robocalls: 4.8 billion
• Daily robocalls: 155.8 million
• Hourly robocalls: 6.5 million
• Robocalls per second: 1,800
• Average per person: 14.7 calls

While the month-over-month decline might offer a temporary sigh of relief, the underlying problem remains systemic. Scam calls surged past 690 million—rising more than 10% in May—and telemarketing calls continue to account for more than a third of all activity.

Top 5 Hardest‑Hit States in May 2025

Based on total estimated call volume, these were the most heavily targeted states in May:

1. Texas – 577,390,500 calls (–4%)
2. Florida – 371,803,600 calls (–3%)
3. California – 360,881,600 calls (+1%)
4. Georgia – 315,096,400 calls (–1%)
5. North Carolina – 220,082,500 calls (–1%)

Texas remains in the top spot despite a 4% decrease, while California was the only state among the top five to see an increase in call volume. This suggests that telemarketing and scam campaigns are shifting back toward densely populated West Coast markets, potentially to test new strategies or technologies like AI voice fraud.

State-by-State Insights

• Texas: Despite the 4% drop, Texas still dominates robocall traffic. Major metro areas like Dallas and Houston are consistent high-volume targets.
• Florida: A large senior population continues to attract investment scams and Medicare impersonation schemes.
• California: The 1% increase brings California closer to Florida’s volume. This could signal renewed scam interest in its tech-savvy yet high-risk demographic groups.
• Georgia: Home to Atlanta—America’s robocall capital—Georgia saw a slight dip but still remains deeply entrenched in scam call activity.
• North Carolina: Continues to rank high with no significant relief in robocall activity.

The Biggest Risers in May 2025

While most states saw declines, a few bucked the trend with notable increases:

• Hawaii – 11,967,000 calls (+17%)
• South Dakota – 7,988,400 calls (+13%)
• Vermont – 4,851,200 calls (+10%)
• Maine – 12,258,000 calls (+7%)
• Alaska – 3,961,500 calls (+6%)
• Connecticut – 39,431,200 calls (+5%)
• Iowa – 23,230,900 calls (+4%)

These increases suggest that some of the smaller-population states are becoming testing grounds for new robocall campaigns. The sharp spikes in states like Hawaii and South Dakota indicate targeted regional scams or possibly localized bursts of telemarketing operations.

Calls Per Capita and Regional Vulnerability

While states like Texas and Florida lead in total call volume, per capita numbers in smaller states can be even more concerning. For instance, Maine and Vermont each received more than 12 and 4.8 million calls respectively—substantial figures given their low population sizes.

Per capita, these smaller states may be facing even higher exposure rates than some larger states. This highlights the need for local and state-specific robocall defenses and public awareness campaigns.

Legislative and Enforcement Landscape

State Attorneys General across the U.S. have varying levels of involvement in robocall enforcement. Here’s how the top five hardest-hit states approach the issue:

• Texas: Actively pursues telemarketers under state and federal laws, including filing joint lawsuits with the FCC and FTC.
• Florida: Has taken strong action against scam callers, particularly those targeting the elderly.
• California: Maintains one of the strictest consumer protection frameworks with frequent litigation under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
• Georgia: Enforces the Georgia Fair Business Practices Act and engages in robocall investigations tied to Atlanta.
• North Carolina: Offers reporting channels through the Department of Justice and frequently partners with federal regulators.

Residents in these states are encouraged to report suspicious or unwanted robocalls to both federal and state agencies.

What Can You Do?

If you’re in a high-impact state, here’s how to fight back:

• Register with the National Do Not Call Registry
• Use a trusted call-blocking app like YouMail
• Report calls to:
  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
  • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Your State Attorney General’s Office

YouMail in particular offers robust protection through its automatic scam detection, personalized blocking tools, and out-of-service message feature that helps deter repeat offenders. The app is available for both Android and iOS.

Final Thoughts

While the national volume of robocalls decreased slightly in May 2025, regional trends reveal a persistent threat. Texas, Florida, and California remain the top targets, while smaller states like Hawaii and Vermont saw alarming increases. Scam calls continue to evolve, making tools like YouMail and public vigilance more critical than ever.

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