Mississippi Area Codes
4 active area codes · Jackson · Population around 1,601,155
Mississippi has 4 active area codes, serving cities like Jackson, Gulfport, and Southaven. Some of them are overlays that share the same territory, so local calls there use all ten digits. Each code below links to its cities, carriers, timezone, and coverage map.
Mississippi Area Code Map
* Sources: Population – U.S. Census Bureau PEP, Vintage 2024 (SUB-IP-EST2024-POP). Area code assignments – NANPA CO Code data. See our data methodology.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many area codes does Mississippi have?
Mississippi has 4 active area codes: 228, 601, 662, 769.
What is the main area code for Mississippi?
The 228 area code is among the primary area codes for Mississippi, serving Gulfport and surrounding communities.
What are the largest cities in Mississippi?
The largest cities in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, Hattiesburg, Biloxi.
What is the total population of Mississippi?
Mississippi has an estimated total population of 1,601,155 based on US Census PEP 2024 data.