Gulfport, Mississippi
Central Time Zone (UTC-6) · MS · —
About Area Codes in Gulfport, Mississippi
Gulfport, Mississippi is served by area code 228, which was established in 1999 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Central time zone (UTC-6). All calls to and from Gulfport use the 228 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
Other cities in area code 228
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Gulfport, Mississippi?
Gulfport, Mississippi uses area code 228.
What time zone is Gulfport in?
Gulfport is in the Central time zone (UTC-6).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Gulfport?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Gulfport. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 228 created?
Area code 228 was established in 1999 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 228 with Gulfport?
Other cities sharing area code 228 with Gulfport include Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, Gautier, Long Beach, Moss Point, among others.
Gulfport, MS · Central Time Zone