Area Code 828

Asheville, North Carolina · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · United States

Area Code
828
City
Asheville, NC
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1998

Where Is Area Code 828?

Asheville, Hickory, Boone — western North Carolina mountains

Blue Ridge Mountains. Biltmore Estate. Craft beer and arts scene.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
AshevilleHickoryBooneMorganton

Time Zone for Area Code 828

Standard Time
EST (UTC-5)
Daylight Time
EDT (UTC-4)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/New_York

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 828?

Area code 828 is located in Asheville, North Carolina (United States). It covers Asheville, Hickory, Boone — western North Carolina mountains.

What time zone is area code 828 in?

Area code 828 (Asheville, North Carolina) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 828 a scam?

Area code 828 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Asheville, North Carolina. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (828), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 828 right now?

Area code 828 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/charlotte/ for the exact current time in Asheville.

When was area code 828 introduced?

Area code 828 was introduced in 1998. Blue Ridge Mountains. Biltmore Estate. Craft beer and arts scene.