Fraud is a rapidly growing crime in the United States. Americans lost $3.5 billion to imposter scams in 2025, according to the FTC. Scammers are adapting to the digital landscape, allowing them to target large numbers of people.

Data shows that fraud often occurs in clusters, with scammers drawn to certain areas. These areas are referred to as "hotspots" and can include cities and metropolitan statistical areas.

Further information is available on the biggest fraud hotspots in the US, including signs of fraudulent activity and ways to protect against it.