Area Code 224

Elgin, Illinois · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
224
City
Elgin, IL
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
2002

Where Is Area Code 224?

Northern Chicago suburbs — Elgin, Arlington Heights, Waukegan

Overlay for 847. Northern suburbs of Chicago.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
ElginArlington HeightsWaukeganSchaumburg

Time Zone for Area Code 224

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 224?

Area code 224 is located in Elgin, Illinois (United States). It covers Northern Chicago suburbs — Elgin, Arlington Heights, Waukegan.

What time zone is area code 224 in?

Area code 224 (Elgin, Illinois) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 224 a scam?

Area code 224 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Elgin, Illinois. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (224), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 224 right now?

Area code 224 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/chicago/ for the exact current time in Elgin.

When was area code 224 introduced?

Area code 224 was introduced in 2002. Overlay for 847. Northern suburbs of Chicago.