Local Phone Numbers
Ohio
740 Area Code
740 Area Code
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Want to connect with customers in Newark, Lancaster, or Zanesville? A 740 area code helps your business sound local across southeastern and central Ohio. Because demand for new numbers grew, the 220 overlay was introduced to serve the same region, ensuring that businesses and residents always have access to new phone numbers.
With DialLink, SMBs and startups can port an existing 740 area code number or choose a 220 overlay. Either way, you’ll gain more than just a number; you’ll have access to an AI-powered cloud phone system that scales easily, keeps your team connected, and projects professionalism.
Why Choose a 740 Area Code?
The 740 area code covers a large region of Ohio outside Columbus, including Newark, Lancaster, Zanesville, and Athens. This area blends college towns, industrial hubs, and growing suburbs, making it an ideal market for both local businesses and national brands.
Whether you’re targeting students at Ohio University in Athens or serving families in central Ohio suburbs, a 740 area code number helps your business build trust and familiarity.
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Who Can Benefit from a Local Phone Number
Local businesses in Newark, Lancaster, and Zanesville
Startups entering the Ohio market
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Universities, healthcare, and service organizations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is area code 740?
The 740 area code is located in Ohio, covering southeastern and central regions outside Columbus.
What cities use the 740 area code?
The 740 area code serves cities such as Newark, Lancaster, Zanesville, and Athens.
Where in U.S. is area code 740?
Area code 740 is in the Midwestern United States, specifically covering southeastern and central Ohio.
What is the overlay for the 740 area code?
The overlay for the 740 area code is 220, which serves the same geographic region.
What is an overlay area code?
An overlay is a new area code assigned to the same geographic area as an existing one, allowing for more phone numbers without requiring users to change existing numbers.
