Area Code 205

Birmingham, Alabama · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
205
City
Birmingham, AL
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 205?

Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Bessemer — central Alabama

Original 1947 code. Birmingham is Alabama's largest city.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
BirminghamTuscaloosaHooverBessemer

Time Zone for Area Code 205

Standard Time
CST (UTC-6)
Daylight Time
CDT (UTC-5)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 205?

Area code 205 is located in Birmingham, Alabama (United States). It covers Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Bessemer — central Alabama.

What time zone is area code 205 in?

Area code 205 (Birmingham, Alabama) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 205 a scam?

Area code 205 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Birmingham, Alabama. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (205), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 205 right now?

Area code 205 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/birmingham/ for the exact current time in Birmingham.

When was area code 205 introduced?

Area code 205 was introduced in 1947. Original 1947 code. Birmingham is Alabama's largest city.