Area code 229
Area code 229 serves Albany and nearby parts of Georgia, including Valdosta, Thomasville and Tifton. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 229 at a glance
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Main city | Albany |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 229
- Albany
- Valdosta
- Thomasville
- Tifton
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 229 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 229 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 229 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Questions about 229
What time zone is area code 229?
Area code 229 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 229?
Area code 229 is in Georgia. Its main city is Albany, and it also covers Valdosta, Thomasville and Tifton.
What are the legal hours to call a 229 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.