Area Code 228

Area Code 228
Post Office City: Wilmer, AL
County: Mobile County County
Timezone: America/Chicago
Coordinates: -88.35, 30.82
Area Code: 228

What is the Area Code?

In the United States, the "Area Code" is a numerical prefix used in phone numbers to identify a specific geographic region within the country. These area codes are part of the telephone numbering system and are essential for the proper routing of calls.

The area code typically consists of three digits and precedes the local phone number. For example, in the phone number (212) 555-1234, "212" is the area code that corresponds to a part of New York City.

Functions of the Area Code:

Geographic Identification: Allows the determination of the region or city from which a call originates. Call Routing: Helps telephone service providers direct calls efficiently through their network. Number Distribution: Facilitates the assignment and organization of phone numbers to avoid conflicts and duplications. Billing: Sometimes, call costs can vary depending on the area code, especially for long-distance calls. In summary, area codes are fundamental to the functioning of the telephone system in the United States, ensuring that calls are connected correctly and managed in an orderly manner.

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Cities and counties within 228 Area Code

Here are the cities and towns for Area Code 228 that the US Post Office accepts. The city listed as the main city is usually where the main post office is located. When sending a letter or package, always include your preferred city to ensure your delivery is as successful as possible

Primary CityAceptable CitiesStateCountyZIPArea codesTimezone
Wilmer--Alabama(AL)Mobile County36587251, 228America/Chicago
LucedaleAgricolaMississippi(MS)George County39452601, 228America/Chicago
Picayune--Mississippi(MS)Pearl River County39466601, 228, 769America/Chicago
Gulfport--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39501228America/Chicago
Gulfport--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39502228America/Chicago
Gulfport--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39503228America/Chicago
Gulfport--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39505228America/Chicago
Gulfport--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39506228America/Chicago
Gulfport--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39507228, 601, 662America/Chicago
Bay Saint LouisBay St Louis, Stennis Ctr, Stennis Space CenterMississippi(MS)Hancock County39520228America/Chicago
Bay Saint LouisBay St LouisMississippi(MS)Hancock County39521228America/Chicago
Stennis Space CenterBay Saint Louis, Bay St Louis, Stennis Ctr, Stennis Sp CtMississippi(MS)Hancock County39522228America/Chicago
DiamondheadBay Saint Louis, Bay St LouisMississippi(MS)Hancock County39525228America/Chicago
Stennis Space CenterBay Saint Louis, Bay St Louis, Stennis Ctr, Stennis Sp CtMississippi(MS)Hancock County39529228America/Chicago
Biloxi--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39530228America/Chicago
Biloxi--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39531228America/Chicago
Biloxi--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39532228America/Chicago
Biloxi--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39533228America/Chicago
BiloxiKeesler AfbMississippi(MS)Harrison County39534228America/Chicago
Biloxi--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39535228America/Chicago
DibervilleBiloxiMississippi(MS)Harrison County39540228America/Chicago
Escatawpa--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39552228America/Chicago
Gautier--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39553228, 601, 662America/Chicago
Hurley--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39555601, 228America/Chicago
Kiln--Mississippi(MS)Hancock County39556228America/Chicago
LakeshoreClermont Harbor, Clermont HbrMississippi(MS)Hancock County39558228America/Chicago
Long Beach--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39560228, 662America/Chicago
Moss Point--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39562228America/Chicago
Moss PointKreole, PascagoulaMississippi(MS)Jackson County39563662, 228America/Chicago
Ocean Springs--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39564228America/Chicago
VancleaveOcean SpringsMississippi(MS)Jackson County39565228America/Chicago
Ocean Springs--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39566228America/Chicago
Pascagoula--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39567228, 601, 662America/Chicago
Pascagoula--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39568228America/Chicago
Pascagoula--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39569228America/Chicago
Pass ChristianPass Chris, Pass ChristinMississippi(MS)Harrison County39571228America/Chicago
Pearlington--Mississippi(MS)Hancock County39572985, 228America/Chicago
Perkinston--Mississippi(MS)Stone County39573601, 228America/Chicago
Saucier--Mississippi(MS)Harrison County39574228America/Chicago
Waveland--Mississippi(MS)Hancock County39576228America/Chicago
Pascagoula--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39581228America/Chicago
Pascagoula--Mississippi(MS)Jackson County39595228America/Chicago