Area Code 659

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

Area Code
659
City
Birmingham, AL
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
2023

Where Is Area Code 659?

Central Alabama overlay — Birmingham, Tuscaloosa

Overlay for 205. New code for central Alabama's growing population.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
BirminghamTuscaloosaHoover

Time Zone for Area Code 659

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 659?

Area code 659 is located in Birmingham, Alabama (United States). It covers Central Alabama overlay — Birmingham, Tuscaloosa.

What time zone is area code 659 in?

Area code 659 (Birmingham, Alabama) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 659 a scam?

Area code 659 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Birmingham, Alabama. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (659), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 659 right now?

Area code 659 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/birmingham/ for the exact current time in Birmingham.

When was area code 659 introduced?

Area code 659 was introduced in 2023. Overlay for 205. New code for central Alabama's growing population.