Area code 219
Area code 219 serves Gary and nearby parts of Indiana, including Hammond, Valparaiso and Crown Point. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 219 at a glance
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| Main city | Gary |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 219
- Gary
- Hammond
- Valparaiso
- Crown Point
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 219 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 219 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 219 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Questions about 219
What time zone is area code 219?
Area code 219 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 219?
Area code 219 is in Indiana. Its main city is Gary, and it also covers Hammond, Valparaiso and Crown Point.
What are the legal hours to call a 219 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.