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Area code 228

Area code 228 covers Biloxi, Mississippi. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: Mississippi Major City: Biloxi Central Time (CT) Overlay: None
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 228?

Area code 228 is assigned to Biloxi and the surrounding region in Mississippi. Calls to numbers that start with 228 are routed to this area.

Area code 228 is not currently part of an overlay: it serves its territory on its own.

Counties covered

Harrison CountyJackson CountyHancock County

Line types

  • Mobile 29.52%
  • Landline 70.48%
02 / MAP

Area code 228 on the map

The shaded area joins the code’s numbering centers; the marker shows its main city.

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03 / LOCAL TIME

Current time in Biloxi

This area code is in the Central Time (CT) time zone.

Local timeBiloxi, MS--:--:--

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America/ChicagoLive
04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Biloxi

WITHIN THE US228 XXX XXXX

Always 10 digits — landline, mobile or VoIP. Local, long distance or a different state: the format is always the same. You do not need to dial the 1 first.

FROM ABROAD+1 228 XXX XXXX

Exit codes: 00 Europe/Mexico · 011 Canada · 010 Japan · + universal

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 228 XXX XXXX

Always save the number in international format so messaging apps recognize it correctly:

Call typeTraditional landlineMobile / VoIP
Local (same area code)10 digits10 digits
US long distance1 + 10 digits10 digits
Emergency911911
🌐Universal+1 228 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 228 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 228 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 228 555 0123
HAVE THE FULL NUMBER?

Learn more about that number.

Check the line type and the carrier the number block was originally assigned to.

10 digits to see the carrier and line type of the number

05 / CARRIERS

Carriers in area code 228

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

AT&T
38%
Windstream Communications
13%
Lumen Technologies
11%
Telepak Networks
8%
Sinch
8%
Others
22%

Mobile

AT&T Mobility
31%
Verizon Wireless
24%
C Spire
16%
T-Mobile USA
12%
USA Mobility
6%
Others
10%

Carrier shown is the original assignment of each number block and may differ today because of number portability.

06 / PREFIXES

Complete list of prefixes for area code 228

271 number blocks (NXX) assigned in this area code.

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(228) 200 Landline Hurley AT&TAT&T CORP.
(228) 201 Landline Pascagoula Telepak NetworksTELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS
(228) 202 Landline Pascagoula AT&TBELLSOUTH TELECOMM INC DBA SOUTH CENTRAL BELL TEL
(228) 203 Landline Gulfport NusoNUSO, LLC
(228) 205 Landline Pascagoula Lumen TechnologiesLEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS
(228) 206 Landline Gulfport Lumen TechnologiesLEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS
(228) 207 Landline Biloxi Lumen TechnologiesLEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS
(228) 208 Mobile Biloxi USA MobilityUSA MOBILITY WIRELESS, INC.
(228) 209 Mobile Biloxi Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MS
(228) 210 Mobile Pascagoula USA MobilityUSA MOBILITY WIRELESS, INC.

Showing 10 of 271 prefixes

07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 228

Where is area code 228 used?
Area code 228 serves Biloxi and the surrounding area in Mississippi, including Harrison County, Jackson County, Hancock County.
What city is area code 228 from?
The main city of area code 228 is Biloxi, MS.
What time zone is area code 228 in?
Area code 228 is in the Central Time (CT) time zone (America/Chicago).
Is 228 an overlay area code?
No. Area code 228 is not currently part of an overlay.
How do I call a number with area code 228 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 228 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 228 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 228 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 228 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 228?
Most landline blocks belong to AT&T and most mobile blocks to AT&T Mobility. The carrier shown is the original assignment and may differ today because of number portability.
Is area code 228 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 70.48% of the number blocks are landline, 29.52% mobile.
How do I save a 228 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 228 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 228?
The area code only shows the region a number was assigned to; it does not tell you who is calling. Scammers can fake any area code, so do not share personal or banking information with unknown callers, and let unknown numbers go to voicemail.
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