Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc.
Open-data reference.
Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt
CFPB collection forwarding receipt
Forwarded record DC-GULF-COAST-COLLECT Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc.
361 DC complaints · rank #227/656 · 98.9% timely
- DC 361
- RANK #227/656
- TIMELY 98.9%
- RELIEF 0.3%
- DISPUTE 32.4%
- STATES 28
- ISSUE Attempts to collect debt no…
- RESP Closed with explanation
- PHOTO The Best Service Co.,Inc
Volume peers
Photo peer: The Best Service Co.,Inc (361)
Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc.'s 361 debt-collection complaints sit next to The Best Service Co.,Inc (361) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Gulf Coast Collection Burea… →
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 3 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 72 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 38 |
| 2025 | 49 |
| 2026 | 6 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
What the CFPB Record Shows for Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc.
PlainCredit places Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc. at #227 of 656 debt collectors by CFPB debt-collection complaint volume (66th percentile), matching the Collectors directory ranking. Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc. has 361 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 95.3% of the 379 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 28 states and territories, making this a multi-state collection operation as measured by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Medical debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report about this collector. The specific issue named most is "Attempts to collect debt not owed," a reasonable starting point for understanding recurring friction with this collector.
The company's timely response rate is 98.9%, meaning that share of CFPB-forwarded complaints received a reply within the 15-day window the Bureau expects. That figure meets the industry benchmark and indicates an intake process that is functioning on schedule. Among resolved cases, 0.3% ended with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer - a notably low rate worth weighing against the dispute percentage. The response was formally disputed in 32.4% of resolved cases, indicating how frequently the initial fix fell short.
Educational data summary, not financial or legal advice. Individual complaint outcomes vary. Consumers with an active dispute should consult a qualified consumer-protection attorney.
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Nationwide collectors with similar complaint volume or dispute rates
Two CFPB peer sets for Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc.: nearest debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume and by the share of complaints consumers mark as disputed. These are cross-firm neighborhoods, not the volume strip on the forwarding receipt above.
Similar complaint volume
Nearest collectors by debt-collection complaint count (361 here).
Similar dispute rates
Nearest collectors by share of complaints marked disputed (32.4% here).
Frequently asked questions
How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc. have?
361 debt-collection complaints name Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc. in this CFPB extract - corpus rank #227/656.
Does Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc. respond to CFPB complaints on time?
The timely-response rate for Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc. in this extract is 98.9%.
What issue do consumers cite most about Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc.?
Consumers most often name "Attempts to collect debt not owed" when complaining about Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc..
How should I read Gulf Coast Collection Bureau, Inc.'s CFPB complaint record?
Treat the counts as a public complaint record, not a credit score or legal finding. Pair this page with PlainCredit guides on debt-collection rights and how to file a CFPB complaint if you have an active dispute.
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Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Consumer Complaint Database · Q1 2026 Complaints filed against firms, not individuals. Data through March 2026.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.