228 Area Code
Southern Mississippi, Mississippi
Area code 228 is located in Southern Mississippi, Mississippi. It covers Biloxi, Gulfport, and surrounding areas in the Central time zone (UTC-6). Administered by NANPA.
Where is area code 228?
Area code 228 is located in Southern Mississippi, Mississippi. It covers Biloxi, Gulfport, and surrounding areas in the Central time zone (UTC-6).
Cities Covered by Area Code 228
Area code 228 primarily serves the Southern Mississippi area of Mississippi. The exact coverage includes Biloxi, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg (part), along with surrounding communities and suburbs.
Time Zone
Central Time — UTC-6
Area code 228 operates in the Central Time Zone. When calling 228 numbers from a different time zone, be sure to account for the time difference to reach people during business hours.
About Area Code 228
Area code 228 was introduced in 1997 as a geographic area code serving Southern Mississippi, Mississippi. 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.