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440 area code

Where the 440 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 440 number from anywhere.

CoversAshtabula, OhioTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 440 area code is in Ashtabula, Ohio, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 440 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateOhio
Main areaAshtabula
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since12-Mar-1997

The 440 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Ashtabula, Ohio. It has been in service since 12-Mar-1997 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 440 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

440216436

How to dial a 440 number

From abroad+1 440 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 440 555-0123
Locally (same area)440 555-0123

Cities in the 440 area code

A 440 number is usually in one of these places in Ohio — 4 counties.

Ashtabula AshtabulaEastlake LakeElyria LorainLorain LorainMentor LakeNorth Olmsted CuyahogaNorth Ridgeville LorainNorth Royalton CuyahogaParmaParma HeightsRocky River CuyahogaSolon CuyahogaStrongsville CuyahogaWestlake CuyahogaWilloughby Lake

Other Ohio area codes

216220234283326330380419436513567614740937

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 440 area code?

The 440 area code is in Ashtabula, Ohio, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 440 an overlay area code?

Yes. 440 overlays the same region as 216, 436, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 440?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 440 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 440, then the number: +1 440 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 440 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 440

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 771 prefixes are in use in 440, shared by 46 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Ohio Bell Tel Co12416%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless11515%
Level 3 Communications, LLC689%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.628%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC527%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC456%

Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.

Complaints about 440 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
878
Recorded messages or robocalls
54%
Rank among area codes
#62 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (332)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (140)
Dropped call or no message (120)

Period Aug 26 – Sep 24, 2026. These are the numbers shown on the caller ID of the reported calls; many are spoofed and do not belong to the real caller.

Source: US Federal Trade Commission, Do Not Call reported calls data (daily files).

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