sent.dm
Sign In

Area Code 219: Comprehensive Guide to Northwest Indiana's Telecom Hub

Info: Area code 219 is a vital part of Northwest Indiana, covering the state's section of the Chicago metropolitan area.

Key Technical Specifications

  • NPA Code: 219
  • Type: Single
  • Implementation Date: 1948
  • State: Indiana

Geographic Insights

  • Coordinates: 41.149°N, 87.240°W
  • Coverage Area: Northwest Indiana, including Lake, Porter, La Porte, Newton, and Jasper Counties

Major Cities

  • East Chicago, IN: 41.6392, -87.45476
  • Gary, IN: 41.59337, -87.34643
  • Hammond, IN: 41.58337, -87.50004
  • Highland, IN: 41.55365, -87.45198
  • Hobart, IN: 41.53226, -87.25504
  • LaPorte, IN: 41.6106, -86.72252
  • Merrillville, IN: 41.48281, -87.33281
  • Michigan City, IN: 41.70754, -86.89503
  • Munster, IN: 41.56448, -87.51254
  • Portage, IN: 41.57587, -87.17615
  • Schererville, IN: 41.47892, -87.45476
  • Valparaiso, IN: 41.47309, -87.06114

Numbering and Utilization

  • Total Numbers Available: Data not specified
  • Utilization Rate: Data not specified
  • Exhaust Projection: Data not specified

Telecommunications Network

Major Carriers

  • AT&T
  • Frontier Communications
  • Northwestern Indiana Telephone Company

Services Offered

  • Landline
  • Wireless
  • VoIP

Regulatory Overview

Historical Milestones

  • 1947: Initial configuration of numbering plan areas by AT&T
  • 1948: Area code 219 established for northern Indiana
  • 2002: Split of area code 219 into 219, 574, and 260
  • 2021: Transition to ten-digit dialing due to the designation of 988 as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Conclusion

Area code 219 is integral to the telecommunications framework of Northwest Indiana, supporting a substantial portion of the Chicago metropolitan area. Its development and adherence to regulatory standards ensure robust and dependable communication services throughout the region.