What time zone is area code 659 in?

Area code 659 uses Central Time.

What area codes overlay 659?

205 serves the same area as 659. New numbers in the area can get any of these codes, which is why local calls need all 10 digits.

Is a call from area code 659 a scam?

The area code alone doesn’t tell you. Most calls from 659 are ordinary local calls, but scammers can fake (“spoof”) any number. If you don’t recognize a 659 number, let it go to voicemail.

When did area code 659 start?

659 went into service in 2019. It was created from area code 205.

Can a 659 number be outside Alabama?

Yes. People keep their numbers when they move and when they switch to mobile or internet phone services, so a 659 caller can be anywhere.

Area code 659

Where is area code 659?

Birmingham, Tuscaloosa and Bessemer, Alabama

Local time: … (Central Time)

State	Alabama
Country	United States
Main cities	Birmingham, Tuscaloosa and Bessemer
Time zone	Central Time
Overlay area codes	205
In service since	2019 (created from 205)
Assigned prefixes	178
Dialing format	(659) XXX-XXXX · +1 659 XXX XXXX from abroad

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Cities and towns in area code 659

Listed by how many phone prefixes (the 3 digits after the area code) are assigned to each place in 659.

Birmingham, AL (36)
Tuscaloosa, AL (13)
Bessemer, AL (11)
Alabaster, AL (7)
Springville, AL (6)
Warrior, AL (5)
Jasper, AL (4)
Pinson, AL (4)
Chelsea, AL (3)
Clanton, AL (3)
Dora, AL (3)
Eutaw, AL (3)
Gardendale, AL (3)
Hamilton, AL (3)
Montevallo, AL (3)
Pell City, AL (3)
Trussville, AL (3)
Calera, AL (2)
Carbon Hill, AL (2)
Centreville, AL (2)
Columbiana, AL (2)
Cordova, AL (2)
Fayette, AL (2)
Graysville, AL (2)
Guin, AL (2)
Haleyville, AL (2)
Lincoln, AL (2)
Livingston, AL (2)
Moody, AL (2)
Parrish, AL (2)
Vernon, AL (2)
Vincent, AL (2)
W Blocton, AL (2)
York, AL (2)
Aliceville, AL (1)
Altoona, AL (1)
Ashville, AL (1)
Berry, AL (1)
Brilliant, AL (1)
Carrollton, AL (1)
Detroit, AL (1)
Double Springs, AL (1)
Ethelsvl, AL (1)
Flatwood, AL (1)
Gordo, AL (1)
Hackleburg, AL (1)
Jemiison, AL (1)
Jemison, AL (1)
Kennedy, AL (1)
Lisman, AL (1)
Lynn, AL (1)
Millport, AL (1)
Nauvoo, AL (1)
Nectar, AL (1)
Needham, AL (1)
Oakman, AL (1)
Oneonta, AL (1)
Panola, AL (1)
Pennington, AL (1)
Philcmpbll, AL (1)
Reform, AL (1)
Sulligent, AL (1)
Surfside, AL (1)
Thorsby, AL (1)
Winfield, AL (1)

Phone companies in area code 659

The carriers that hold the most 659 prefixes. People can move their number to another carrier, so this shows who first issued a number, not who serves it today.

Prefixes	Carrier
68	Onvoy
21	Fractel
15	Powertel Birmingham Licenses (T-Mobile)
11	Bandwidth.com CLEC
9	Ton80 Communications
7	New Cingular Wireless PCS (AT&T)
5	Commio
4	Airus

All 178 prefixes in area code 659

Pick the 3 digits after the area code to see that prefix’s city and carrier.

Area codes that overlay 659

Questions

Where is area code 659?: Area code 659 is in Alabama. It serves Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Bessemer, Alabaster and Springville and 60 other cities and towns.
What time zone is area code 659 in?: Area code 659 uses Central Time.
What area codes overlay 659?: 205 serves the same area as 659. New numbers in the area can get any of these codes, which is why local calls need all 10 digits.
Is a call from area code 659 a scam?: The area code alone doesn’t tell you. Most calls from 659 are ordinary local calls, but scammers can fake (“spoof”) any number. If you don’t recognize a 659 number, let it go to voicemail.
When did area code 659 start?: 659 went into service in 2019. It was created from area code 205.
Can a 659 number be outside Alabama?: Yes. People keep their numbers when they move and when they switch to mobile or internet phone services, so a 659 caller can be anywhere.

Other area codes in Alabama

Area code	Main cities
251	Mobile, Foley and Atmore
256	Huntsville, Decatur and Anniston
334	Montgomery, Dothan and Phenix City
483	Montgomery, Auburn and Gantt
938	Huntsville, Cullman and Decatur