Area Code 229 Location

Area code 229 serves Albany, Georgia, and a wide stretch of Southwest Georgia near the Florida line. Centered on the Flint River, Albany is a regional hub for healthcare, education, and agriculture, connecting rural towns with busy small cities. This local area code sits in the Eastern Time Zone and is part of the North American Numbering Plan, covering both mobile and landline phone numbers. It’s a key identifier for callers and businesses across the region.

Major cities and communities in the 229 area code include:

• Albany (Dougherty County)
• Valdosta
• Thomasville
• Americus
• Tifton
• Moultrie
• Bainbridge
• Cordele
• Fitzgerald
• Sylvester
• Camilla
• Cairo
• Adel
• Quitman

The 229 area features well-known landmarks and institutions, such as Albany State University, the Flint RiverQuarium, and Chehaw Park & Zoo in Albany. In Valdosta, you’ll find Valdosta State University and the Wild Adventures Theme Park, while Moultrie hosts the Sunbelt Ag Expo, a major agricultural showcase. Thomasville’s historic downtown and rose gardens, plus Tifton’s agricultural research and museums, highlight the region’s deep farming roots. These destinations help make 229 a vibrant slice of Georgia life.

Established in 2001 through a split from area code 912, 229 was created to keep up with growing demand for new phone numbers in southern Georgia. At the same time, area code 478 was introduced for the Macon area, while 912 retained the Savannah–coastal region. As of today, 229 remains a distinct, standalone area code for Southwest Georgia, commonly seen on businesses, schools, and local contacts.

“Area code 229 was created in 2001 from area code 912.” — North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA)