What area code is 219?
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219 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 219
Gary / Northwest1 community on record for 219.
Where 219 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 219 region
219 covers Gary / Northwest in Indiana. The code has been in service since 1948.
219 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 317; 2002: split to create 260 and 574.
Who called me from 219?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 219 does not prove the caller is really in the 219 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 219 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 219?+–
219 is a telephone area code serving Gary / Northwest in Indiana, United States, in service since 1948.
Where is area code 219 located?+–
It covers Gary / Northwest in Indiana.
What time zone is 219?+–
219 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 219 start?+–
219 entered service in 1948. Its history: split of 317; 2002: split to create 260 and 574.
Is 219 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 219 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 219 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 219 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 219 number regardless of where you physically live.