Area code 228, Telephone area code in Southern Mississippi
Area code 228 is a telephone prefix that serves portions of Mississippi. It was established to manage the expanding need for phone numbers in this region.
Area code 228 was introduced to expand telephone infrastructure in south Mississippi. It eventually split from the original 601 area code as population growth in the region increased.
This area code primarily covers the coastal region of south Mississippi, including cities like Biloxi and Gulfport. When calling within this zone, you need to dial this prefix along with the seven-digit number.
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