What area code is 229?
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229 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 229
AlbanyShowing 12 of 37 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 229 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 229 region
229 covers Albany in Georgia, including Baker, Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks and Calhoun. The code has been in service since 2000.
229 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 912.
Who called me from 229?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 229 does not prove the caller is really in the 229 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 229 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 229?+–
229 is a telephone area code serving Albany in Georgia, United States, in service since 2000.
Where is area code 229 located?+–
It covers Baker County, Ben Hill County, Berrien County and other counties, including Baker, Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks and Calhoun in Georgia.
What cities are in area code 229?+–
Major communities on record include Baker, Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks and Calhoun, among others. The code's territory spans the Albany region of Georgia.
What time zone is 229?+–
229 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 229 start?+–
229 entered service in 2000. Its history: split of 912.
Is 229 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 229 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 229 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 229 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 229 number regardless of where you physically live.