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Area Code 220 Location: Where Is It?
220 area code serves the southeastern area of Ohio along with cities like Newark, Lancaster, Zanesville, Delaware, Athens, Chillicothe, Portsmouth, Steubenville, and Marion. The main metro area here is Newark, with over 51K residents.
Following the Eastern Time Zone, area code 220 covers 34 counties, including Licking, Delaware, Fairfield, Muskingum, Scioto, Ross, Belmont, Athens, Jefferson, and Lawrence.
Cities Total Population Counties Newark 51,046 Lancaster 41,422 Marion 35,531 Delaware 45,158 Zanesville 24,651 Athens 24,673 Chillicothe 21,895 Portsmouth 17,555 Steubenville 18,064 Mount Vernon 16,551 Pataskala 18,346 Washington Court House 14,412 Marietta 13,090 Circleville 14,452 Coshocton 11,091Licking Fairfield Marion Delaware Muskingum Athens Ross Scioto Jefferson Knox Licking Fayette Washington Pickaway Coshocton
History of 220 Area Code
Before 220, area code 740 served the entire Newark. However, the increase in population created a demand for new numbers.
As a result, area code 220 was established as an overlay for 740 and put into service on April 22, 2015. Furthermore, the former was one of 7 area codes introduced in 2015. It is Ohio’s 11th area code, which currently has 15.
Exploring 220 Area Code: Business Scenario and Outlook
As per the reports made by CNBC, Ohio is the 7th best state for business. The cost of living and housing here is 7% and 19% lower than the national average. Furthermore, the state has a business survival rate of 53% for small businesses.
Moreover, Ohio's real GDP reached $861.4 billion in the third quarter of 2023, with an increase of 4.6% per year in goods and services. This represents Ohio has a strong economy. Hence, if you are considering operating any enterprise in Ohio, choosing the 220 phone area code is a great strategic choice.
Likewise, Newark is the home of many industries, including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, life sciences, and education, which contribute to the average annual household income of $72,866. It also has an unemployment rate of 4.10% (September 2024).
The leading employers include Licking Memorial Hospital, The Energy Cooperative, Custom Pak Adhesive, Park National, Longaberger, Central Ohio Technical College, The Works: Ohio Center for History, C-TEC of Licking County, Universal Veneer, and LEADS.
220 Area Code Number as a Communication Tool for Business Growth
Call Masking
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Auto-Attendant
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Voicemail to Emails
Transfer all the voicemails to your inbox so you won't miss any important messages.
Call Whispering
Listen to ongoing calls between agents and the caller and guide them if needed.
Why Does Your Business Need a 220 Area Code Number?
Having a local 220 number helps your firm establish a local identity, is cost-efficient, increases client engagement, and boosts SEO (Search Engine Optimization).
Establishes Local Identity
Cost-effective Communication
Increases Client Engagement
Boosts SEO
How to Get a Phone Number with Area Code 220?
It takes a few easy steps.
Sign up with Calilio using your email address.
Select a service plan that fits your budget.
Navigate the “Numbers” section and select the “Purchase” option.
Complete the payment process.
Activate the number.
Already Have a 220 Phone Number for Business?
If yes, shift your existing 220 area code number to Calilio and enjoy its advanced features.
Why Businesses Choose Calilio for a Virtual 220 Area Code Number?
Calilio is an advanced VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) service provider offering virtual numbers at affordable plans with security and 24/7 customer support.
24/7 Customer Support
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Affordable plans
Calilio offers virtual numbers at cost-effective plans. You can even customize packages at your desired price.
Security
Our robust security features, like end-to-end encryption, firewalls, and multi-factor authentication, secure all confidential and sensitive data.
Easy to Set up
Calilio’s user-friendly interface makes setting it up quick and easy. You can start making and receiving calls quickly.
