What area code is 228?
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228 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 228
GulfportShowing 12 of 13 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 228 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 228 region
228 covers Gulfport in Mississippi, including Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D'Iberville, Diamondhead and Gautier. The code has been in service since 1997.
228 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 601.
Who called me from 228?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 228 does not prove the caller is really in the 228 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 228 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 228?+–
228 is a telephone area code serving Gulfport in Mississippi, United States, in service since 1997.
Where is area code 228 located?+–
It covers Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D'Iberville, Diamondhead and Gautier in Mississippi.
What cities are in area code 228?+–
Major communities on record include Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D'Iberville, Diamondhead and Gautier, among others. The code's territory spans the Gulfport region of Mississippi.
What time zone is 228?+–
228 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 228 start?+–
228 entered service in 1997. Its history: split of 601.
Is 228 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 228 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 228 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 228 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 228 number regardless of where you physically live.