Area code 828
Area code 828 serves Asheville and nearby parts of North Carolina, including Hickory, Morganton and Lenoir. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 828 at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Main city | Asheville |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 828
- Asheville
- Hickory
- Morganton
- Lenoir
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 an 828 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 an 828 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 828 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 828
What time zone is area code 828?
Area code 828 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 828?
Area code 828 is in North Carolina. Its main city is Asheville, and it also covers Hickory, Morganton and Lenoir.
What are the legal hours to call an 828 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.