219 Area Code
Northwestern Indiana, Indiana
Area code 219 is located in Northwestern Indiana, Indiana. It covers Hammond, Gary, and surrounding areas in the Central time zone (UTC-6). Administered by NANPA.
Where is area code 219?
Area code 219 is located in Northwestern Indiana, Indiana. It covers Hammond, Gary, and surrounding areas in the Central time zone (UTC-6).
Cities Covered by Area Code 219
Area code 219 primarily serves the Northwestern Indiana area of Indiana. The exact coverage includes Hammond, Gary, and Merrillville, along with surrounding communities and suburbs.
Time Zone
Central Time — UTC-6
Area code 219 operates in the Central Time Zone. When calling 219 numbers from a different time zone, be sure to account for the time difference to reach people during business hours.
About Area Code 219
Area code 219 was introduced in 1947 as a geographic area code serving Northwestern Indiana, Indiana. It remains the primary area code for this region. Area codes are administered by NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administration), the organization responsible for managing phone number resources in the US and Canada.