What area code is 225?
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225 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 225
Baton RougeShowing 12 of 31 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 225 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 225 region
225 covers Baton Rouge in Louisiana, including Albany, Baker, Brusly, Central and Clinton. The code has been in service since 1998.
225 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created by split of 504.
Who called me from 225?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 225 does not prove the caller is really in the 225 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 225 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 225?+–
225 is a telephone area code serving Baton Rouge in Louisiana, United States, in service since 1998.
Where is area code 225 located?+–
It covers Albany, Baker, Brusly, Central and Clinton in Louisiana.
What cities are in area code 225?+–
Major communities on record include Albany, Baker, Brusly, Central and Clinton, among others. The code's territory spans the Baton Rouge region of Louisiana.
What time zone is 225?+–
225 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 225 start?+–
225 entered service in 1998. Its history: created by split of 504.
Is 225 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 225 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 225 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 225 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 225 number regardless of where you physically live.