Question 1

What is the area code for Birmingham?

Accepted Answer

The main area code for Birmingham, Alabama is 205. Birmingham is now served by 2 area codes in total: 205, 659.

Question 2

How many area codes does Birmingham have?

Accepted Answer

Birmingham has 2 area codes: 205, 659.

Question 3

Why does Birmingham have more than one area code?

Accepted Answer

As Birmingham used up the numbers available in its original area code (205, in service since 1947), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

Question 4

How do you dial a Birmingham number?

Accepted Answer

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (205 or 659) followed by the 7-digit local number. From outside the U.S., dial +1, then the area code and number.

Area codes in Birmingham, Alabama

Area codes serving Birmingham