Area Code 601

Jackson, Mississippi · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
601
City
Jackson, MS
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 601?

Jackson, Hattiesburg, Vicksburg — central and southern Mississippi

State capital. Civil rights history. Blues heritage.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
JacksonHattiesburgVicksburgMeridian

Time Zone for Area Code 601

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 601?

Area code 601 is located in Jackson, Mississippi (United States). It covers Jackson, Hattiesburg, Vicksburg — central and southern Mississippi.

What time zone is area code 601 in?

Area code 601 (Jackson, Mississippi) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 601 a scam?

Area code 601 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Jackson, Mississippi. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (601), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 601 right now?

Area code 601 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/jackson/ for the exact current time in Jackson.

When was area code 601 introduced?

Area code 601 was introduced in 1947. State capital. Civil rights history. Blues heritage.

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