Area code 228
Area code 228 serves Gulfport and nearby parts of Mississippi, including Biloxi, Pascagoula and Ocean Springs. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 228 at a glance
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| Main city | Gulfport |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 228
- Gulfport
- Biloxi
- Pascagoula
- Ocean Springs
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 228 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 228 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 228 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 228
What time zone is area code 228?
Area code 228 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 228?
Area code 228 is in Mississippi. Its main city is Gulfport, and it also covers Biloxi, Pascagoula and Ocean Springs.
What are the legal hours to call a 228 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.