228 Area Code
Covers Biloxi and nearby communities in Mississippi.
(228) 555-0142Area code 228 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 228, centered on Biloxi, Mississippi
30.3960, -88.8853
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 228 coverage map — centered on Biloxi. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
If you are trying to place Biloxi, MS on the map, area code 228 is the one that covers it. It reaches roughly 45,000 people across places such as Biloxi, Pascagoula, West Gulfport and more. The region observes Central time, so a number like (228) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. On the ground it spans Harrison, Jackson. It is not currently paired with an overlay code. Local calls inside the 228 area can generally be placed with ten digits, and you do not need a leading 1 for domestic calls. On this page you'll find a live local clock for Biloxi, an interactive coverage map, the cities and counties 228 serves, its overlay and neighboring codes, and tips on spotting 228 spam calls.
Cities covered by 228
Cities & neighborhoods
- Biloxi
- Pascagoula
- West Gulfport
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 228’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
228 has no overlay code right now.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 228 a scam?
Area code 228 serves Biloxi and the surrounding area, so most calls are ordinary local and business traffic. As everywhere, spam and robocalls do use 228 numbers, frequently by spoofing a local-looking caller ID to boost pickup rates. The area code itself tells you nothing about who is really calling, so judge the call by what's said, not the number.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 228 number from abroad
Every 228 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 228 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 228 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 228 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 228 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 228 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 228 555-0142.
Reverse phone lookup
Check any US or Canada number to see whether it's a working line, which carrier it sits on, whether it's mobile, landline or VoIP, and roughly where it's registered.
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Area code 228: frequently asked questions
Where is the 228 area code located?
The 228 area code is located in Mississippi, centered on Biloxi. It covers Harrison, Jackson and nearby communities including Biloxi, Pascagoula, West Gulfport.
What time zone is 228 in?
Area code 228 is in the Central time zone (UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Biloxi on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 228?
Cities and areas that use 228 include Biloxi, Pascagoula, West Gulfport. Its primary city is Biloxi, MS.
Do I need to dial 1 before 228?
You generally do not need to dial a leading 1 for domestic calls to 228. Ten-digit dialing (the 228 code plus the seven-digit number) is the safest habit.
Is 228 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 228 is a normal geographic area code for Biloxi, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 228 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 228?
Area code 228 does not currently have an overlay code; it is not layered on top of another code in the same area.