Area code 205

Area code 205 is a geographic code in the North American Numbering Plan. Most of this region uses the America/Chicago time zone.

Other area codes in Alabama: 251, 256, 334, 483, 659, 938.

Is a call from 205 local?

Not necessarily. People keep their numbers when they move, internet phone numbers can be used anywhere, and robocallers often spoof local-looking numbers. Learn about spoofing.