Area Code 251

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

Area Code
251
City
Mobile, AL
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
2001

Where Is Area Code 251?

Mobile and southwestern Alabama

Gulf Coast port city. Original home of Mardi Gras in the US.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
MobilePrichardSaralandDaphne

Time Zone for Area Code 251

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 251?

Area code 251 is located in Mobile, Alabama (United States). It covers Mobile and southwestern Alabama.

What time zone is area code 251 in?

Area code 251 (Mobile, Alabama) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 251 a scam?

Area code 251 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Mobile, Alabama. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (251), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 251 right now?

Area code 251 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/mobile/ for the exact current time in Mobile.

When was area code 251 introduced?

Area code 251 was introduced in 2001. Gulf Coast port city. Original home of Mardi Gras in the US.