Area Code 219

Gary, Indiana · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
219
City
Gary, IN
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 219?

Gary, Hammond, East Chicago — northwest Indiana

Northwest Indiana steel country. In the Chicago timezone, not Eastern.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
GaryHammondEast ChicagoMichigan City

Time Zone for Area Code 219

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 219?

Area code 219 is located in Gary, Indiana (United States). It covers Gary, Hammond, East Chicago — northwest Indiana.

What time zone is area code 219 in?

Area code 219 (Gary, Indiana) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 219 a scam?

Area code 219 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Gary, Indiana. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (219), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 219 right now?

Area code 219 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/chicago/ for the exact current time in Gary.

When was area code 219 introduced?

Area code 219 was introduced in 1947. Northwest Indiana steel country. In the Chicago timezone, not Eastern.