Area code 251
Area code 251 serves Mobile and nearby parts of Alabama, including Foley, Fairhope and Daphne. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 251 at a glance
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| Main city | Mobile |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 251
- Mobile
- Foley
- Fairhope
- Daphne
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 251 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 251 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 251 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 251
What time zone is area code 251?
Area code 251 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 251?
Area code 251 is in Alabama. Its main city is Mobile, and it also covers Foley, Fairhope and Daphne.
What are the legal hours to call a 251 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.