Where is area code 228 located and what state is area code 228?

Area code 228 is located in Mississippi (United States), covering major cities and regions including Gulfport, Biloxi, Pascagoula, Gautier, Ocean Springs, Long Beach, D'iberville, Moss Point, Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead.

How to call area code 228 and do I need to dial area code 228?

To dial a number in area code 228, format your call as +1 (228) XXX-XXXX. Mandatory 10-digit dialing is required in overlay regions.

Is area code 228 a scam, spam, or dangerous call?

Area code 228 is a legitimate geographic area code for Mississippi. However, scammers frequently spoof numbers from any area code, so exercise caution with unknown callers.

North American Area CodeCentral Time Zone

Area Code 228 Location & Details

Q: What timezone is area code 228?

Area code 228 operates on the Central timezone.

State / Region: Mississippi • Country: United States

Major Cities Covered: Gulfport, Biloxi, Pascagoula, Gautier, Ocean Springs, Long Beach, D'iberville, Moss Point, Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead

Standard Dial Format

+1 (228) XXX-XXXX

Country Code: +1 (NANP Format)

What State is Area Code 228?

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Country Territory

United States

228 Area Code Time Zone

Central

228 Overlay Codes

No Overlays

Area Code 228 Geographic Map

Interactive location bounds and coverage area for Mississippi (Central Timezone)

Lat: 30.38° • Lng: -89.00°

📍 Geographic Center: MississippiMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Where is Area Code 228 Located?

Telephone area code 228 is assigned to Mississippi in United States. It serves cities and metropolitan communities including Gulfport, Biloxi, Pascagoula, Gautier, Ocean Springs, Long Beach, D'iberville, Moss Point, Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead.

Historical Context & Area Code Overlay Information:228 serves Mississippi (United States).

For local and long-distance calls within area code 228, standard 10-digit dialing (228) XXX-XXXX applies.

Who Called Me from Area Code 228?

Received an unknown call, missed call, or text scam from area code 228? Here is how to trace who is calling from 228 area code and verify unknown numbers safely:

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Legitimate contacts usually leave a detailed voicemail or caller ID record.

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Robocallers often fake incoming caller ID numbers using your local 228 prefix to boost pick-up rates.

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How to Call Area Code 228 & Dialing Format

When placing a phone call to a number in area code 228, follow the correct dialing format depending on your calling location:

Calling from inside the US / Canada (+1): Dial 1 + (228) + 7-digit number.
Calling from an international location outside +1: Dial your country's international exit code (e.g. 011 in US or + on mobile) + 1 + 228 + 7-digit number.
Do I need to dial area code 228 for local calls? Yes, 10-digit dialing (area code + line number) is mandatory across North American telephone networks.

Top Cities & Municipalities Served in Area Code 228

Urban centers, census places, and communities within the +1-228 calling area

12 Major Cities Listed

City Name	County	Population	% of 228 Pop
Gulfport	Harrison County	76,506	29.3%
Biloxi	Harrison County	48,516	18.6%
Pascagoula	Jackson County	21,409	8.2%
Gautier	Jackson County	19,069	7.3%
Ocean Springs	Jackson County	18,993	7.3%
Long Beach	Harrison County	17,309	6.6%
D'iberville	Harrison County	13,557	5.2%
Moss Point	Jackson County	11,743	4.5%
Bay St. Louis	Hancock County	10,634	4.1%
Diamondhead	Hancock County	9,441	3.6%
Waveland	Hancock County	7,042	2.7%
Pass Christian	Harrison County	6,459	2.5%

Counties Covered by Area Code 228

Geographic county distribution and population coverage across Mississippi

County Name	Total Population	% of 228 Area	% of County
Harrison County	214,594	62.3%	76%
Jackson County	146,899	27.3%	48%
Hancock County	46,510	10.4%	58%

☎️Area Code 228 Exchange Prefixes & Carriers

Showing 50 of 295 central office 3-digit prefixes and assigned telecom carriers

65% Landline27% Wireless8% VoIP

Prefix	Line Usage	Rate Center	Assigned Carrier	Assign Date
(228) 200-	📞Landline	HURLEY	AT&T ENTERPRISES, LLC	08/03/2011
(228) 201-	📞Landline	PASCAGOULA	TELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS	08/27/2001
(228) 202-	📞Landline	PASCAGOULA	BELLSOUTH TELECOMM INC DBA SOUTH CENTRAL BELL TEL	N/A
(228) 203-	📞Landline	GULFPORT	NUSO, LLC	10/04/2022
(228) 204-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	BELLSOUTH TELECOMM INC DBA SOUTH CENTRAL BELL TEL	N/A
(228) 205-	📞Landline	PASCAGOULA	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS	N/A
(228) 206-	📞Landline	GULFPORT	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS	N/A
(228) 207-	📞Landline	BILOXI	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS	N/A
(228) 208-	📞Landline	BILOXI	SPOK, INC.	N/A
(228) 209-	📱Wireless	BILOXI	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MS	N/A
(228) 210-	📞Landline	PASCAGOULA	SPOK, INC.	N/A
(228) 211-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	MULTIPLE OCN LISTING	N/A
(228) 212-	💻VoIP	TANNERWLMS	ONVOY SPECTRUM, LLC	09/30/2022
(228) 213-	📱Wireless	GULFPORT	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MS	N/A
(228) 214-	📞Landline	GULFPORT	BELLSOUTH TELECOMM INC DBA SOUTH CENTRAL BELL TEL	N/A
(228) 215-	📱Wireless	OCEAN SPG	ELISKA WIRELESS VENTURES SUBSIDIARY I, LLC	01/16/2007
(228) 216-	📱Wireless	BAYSTLOUIS	CELLULAR SOUTH, INC.	N/A
(228) 217-	📱Wireless	PASCAGOULA	CELLULAR SOUTH, INC.	N/A
(228) 218-	📱Wireless	PASCAGOULA	CELLULAR SOUTH, INC.	N/A
(228) 219-	📱Wireless	PASCAGOULA	CELLULAR SOUTH, INC.	N/A
(228) 220-	📞Landline	BAYSTLOUIS	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS	07/16/2002
(228) 221-	📞Landline	MS	Local Exchange Carrier	N/A
(228) 222-	📞Landline	PASSCHRSTN	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MS	07/16/2002
(228) 223-	📱Wireless	GULFPORT	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA	02/18/2004
(228) 224-	📱Wireless	GULFPORT	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MS	03/26/2004
(228) 225-	📞Landline	PASSCHRSTN	BOOST SUBSCRIBERCO L.L.C.	11/17/2022
(228) 226-	📱Wireless	BAYSTLOUIS	METROPCS, INC.	01/16/2007
(228) 227-	📞Landline	BILOXI	NUSO, LLC	03/15/2023
(228) 228-	📞Landline	MS	Local Exchange Carrier	N/A
(228) 229-	📱Wireless	BILOXI	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA	04/03/2002
(228) 230-	📞Landline	OCEAN SPG	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	N/A
(228) 231-	📞Landline	BAYSTLOUIS	MCC TELEPHONY LLC	08/21/2012
(228) 232-	📞Landline	BILOXI	TELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS	05/24/2001
(228) 233-	📞Landline	BILOXI	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	02/27/2001
(228) 234-	📱Wireless	GULFPORT	CELLULAR SOUTH, INC.	06/17/2003
(228) 235-	📱Wireless	OCEAN SPG	ELISKA WIRELESS VENTURES SUBSIDIARY I, LLC	09/06/2002
(228) 236-	📞Landline	GULFPORT	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	05/02/2001
(228) 237-	📞Landline	VANCLEAVE	TELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS	10/30/2003
(228) 238-	📱Wireless	OCEAN SPG	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA	03/08/2001
(228) 239-	📱Wireless	BILOXI	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MS	10/14/2002
(228) 240-	📞Landline	GULFPORT	COMCAST IP PHONE, LLC	03/24/2023
(228) 241-	📞Landline	GULFPORT	TELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS	05/24/2001
(228) 242-	📞Landline	BAYSTLOUIS	TELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS	05/24/2001
(228) 243-	📱Wireless	BILOXI	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA	N/A
(228) 244-	📞Landline	OCEAN SPG	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	05/10/2001
(228) 245-	📞Landline	PASSCHRSTN	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	09/25/2001
(228) 246-	📞Landline	MOSS POINT	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	09/07/2001
(228) 247-	📞Landline	HURLEY	TELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS	10/30/2003
(228) 248-	📞Landline	GULFPORT	TELEPAK NETWORKS, INC. - MS	10/30/2003
(228) 249-	📱Wireless	PASCAGOULA	METROPCS, INC.	02/25/2002

Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 228

Where is area code 228 located?

Area code 228 is located in Mississippi (United States), serving cities like Gulfport, Biloxi, Pascagoula, Gautier, Ocean Springs, Long Beach, D'iberville, Moss Point, Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead.