219 area code
Get a local phone number in Gary, IN
Biggest city:
Gary
State:
Indiana
Major Cities:
Schererville, Chesterton, Lake Station, Lowell, Crown Point, Cedar Lake, Hobart, Whiting, Gary, Hammond, East Chicago, Merrillville, Munster, Griffith, Highland, Portage, Valparaiso, Michigan City, Ogden Dunes, St. John, La Porte, DeMotte, Roselawn, Kouts, Lake Village, and Rensselaer
Timezone:
Central (GMT -6)
Population:
67,281
Average Income:
$46,828
Zip codes:
46401
46409
Unemployment Rate:
4.40%
Nearby area codes:
260
574
219 area code summary
Area code 219 serves northwestern Indiana, including cities like Gary, Hammond, Merrillville, Valparaiso, and Michigan City. Nestled along the Lake Michigan shoreline and bordering Chicago, this region functions as a key part of the broader Chicago metropolitan economy. Historically known for steel production and industrial strength, 219 now includes a diversified economic base with logistics, education, and healthcare playing significant roles. Gary was once the epicenter of U.S. Steel, and while its population has declined, the city remains symbolically important and is seeing renewed attention through infrastructure investment and regional planning. Valparaiso and Merrillville provide suburban growth and home to institutions like Valparaiso University and Methodist Hospitals. The Indiana Dunes National Park adds tourism and natural beauty to the region, attracting visitors from nearby Chicago and beyond. As an area code with strong commuter ties, a 219 number reflects connection to both local communities and the broader Midwest economy. It’s a solid choice for professionals, small businesses, and service providers operating between Indiana and Illinois.
Fun fact 💡
Gary was founded in 1906 by U.S. Steel and named for its chairman, Elbert Gary.
🏢First Phone Company:
Indiana Bell


















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