What area code is 220?
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220 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 220
Newark / SE Ohio (overlay)1 community on record for 220.
Where 220 sits on the map
Overlay of 740Coverage area
About the 220 region
220 covers Newark / SE Ohio in Ohio. The code has been in service since 2015.
220 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 740 and was introduced when those codes ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing is required across the region.
Overlaid on area code 740.
Who called me from 220?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 220 does not prove the caller is really in the 220 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 220 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 220?+–
220 is a telephone area code serving Newark / SE Ohio in Ohio, United States, in service since 2015.
Where is area code 220 located?+–
It covers Newark / SE Ohio in Ohio.
What time zone is 220?+–
220 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 220 start?+–
220 entered service in 2015. Its history: overlaid on area code 740.
Why does area code 220 exist?+–
220 is an overlay of 740: it covers the exact same territory and was introduced when the original code ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing applies.
Is 220 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 220 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 220 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 220 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 220 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 740 instead.