Protecting Alabama Seniors from Tech Support Scams
In 2025, 244 Alabama seniors reported tech support scam complaints to the FBI, contributing to total elder fraud losses of $58.8 million statewide. Tech support scams are among the most common and devastating forms of fraud targeting older adults. This guide will help you recognize, avoid, and report tech support scams.
Why Alabama Seniors Are Especially Vulnerable
Alabama has unique characteristics that put its senior population at heightened risk:
- Southern hospitality: Alabama’s culture of warmth and trust makes seniors more likely to engage with callers who sound friendly and authoritative
- Rural isolation: Over 41% of Alabama’s population lives in rural areas where in-person tech support and financial advisors are scarce
- Elderly poverty: Alabama has one of the highest elderly poverty rates in the nation, making seniors more susceptible to promises of quick financial gains
- Limited broadband: Many rural Alabama counties have limited internet infrastructure, meaning seniors may be less familiar with online scam tactics
- Faith community targeting: Scammers exploit Alabama’s strong church networks through affinity fraud, approaching seniors at places of worship
5-Year Trend: Tech Support Scam Losses in Alabama (2021–2025)
| Year | Victims (60+) | Losses | YoY Change |
| 2021 | 143 | $2.3M | — |
| 2022 | 181 | $4.9M | +115% |
| 2023 | 169 | $4.0M | -19% |
| 2024 | 235 | $7.6M | +90% |
| 2025 | 244 | $8.3M | +9% |
| 5-Year Total | 972 | $27.1M | +261% |
Source: FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Annual Reports, 2021–2025. Victims and losses for Alabama residents aged 60 and older.
Alabama ranks #30 nationally in tech support scam losses targeting seniors, with $8.3 million lost in 2025 across 244 reported victims. Year over year, losses changed +9% (national average: +5%). Over the full five-year period, tech support scam losses in Alabama grew +261%.
Complete guide: For detailed warning signs, protection strategies, and what to do if you’ve been targeted, read our comprehensive Tech Support Scam Prevention Guide. You can also take our free Online Training courses to test your knowledge.
Report Tech Support Scams in Alabama
- Office of the Alabama Attorney General: (334) 242-7300 | ago.state.al.us
- FTC: reportfraud.ftc.gov
- FBI IC3: ic3.gov
- Microsoft: microsoft.com/reportascam
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