(220) Area Code Business Phone Numbers
The 220 area code covers central and southeastern Ohio, anchored by Newark and running down through Chillicothe and Portsmouth. It was introduced in 2015 as an overlay to keep pace with growing demand in the region.
Get a 220 NumberAbout the 220 Area Code
The 220 area code was added in 2015 as an overlay on top of the older 740, which had been running out of usable numbers. That means people in this part of Ohio now dial ten digits for every call, and businesses grabbing a fresh line are far more likely to end up with a 220 than a 740.
Newark sits at the center of one of Ohio's fastest-changing regions. Licking County's population reached an estimated 185,564 in 2025, a 3.9% jump since 2020[1], and Intel's massive semiconductor project just west of town is pulling construction crews, suppliers, and service businesses into the area with its expected end-of-2026 completion window[2]. That kind of growth means more calls, more customers, and more competition for attention.
A local 220 number tells people you actually work here. Central Ohio buyers tend to trust businesses that look rooted in the community, and when your line matches the local dialing pattern, callers pick up more often and leave voicemail less. That matters whether you run a shop on the Newark square or a home service crew driving between Zanesville and Lancaster.
Cities Served by the 220 Area Code
The 220 overlay covers a wide swath of central and southern Ohio, from the Ohio River up through the college towns and county seats of the region. Here are the main cities where 220 numbers are commonly assigned.
Phone Features Built for Newark Businesses
Whether you're a Denison-area contractor or running an office off State Route 16, Tonet gives you the tools to handle calls without the switchboard budget. Everything works from your existing phones, laptops, and mobile devices.
Auto Attendant
Greet callers and route them to the right person or department, so a one-person shop sounds like a full team.
Call Recording
Save calls for training, dispute resolution, or reviewing a job estimate you took while driving between Newark and Zanesville.
AI Transcription
Get voicemails and calls turned into searchable text, so you can skim a message instead of playing it back three times.
Business SMS
Text customers from your 220 number for appointment reminders, quick quotes, or a heads-up when you're running late.
Mobile App
Take business calls on your cell phone without giving out your personal number, and switch between the two on the fly.
Daily Billing
Plans start at $10 per user per month billed daily, so if you drop a seat mid-month you stop paying that day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 220 the same region as 740?
Yes. 220 is an overlay on top of 740, covering the same central and southeastern Ohio geography including Newark, Lancaster, Zanesville, and Chillicothe. Because of the overlay, all calls in the region require ten-digit dialing.
Can I get a 220 number if I'm not physically in Ohio?
Yes. Tonet assigns 220 numbers based on your business need, not your home address. Plenty of remote teams and out-of-state owners keep a 220 line to serve central Ohio customers.
How much does a 220 business number cost?
Individual numbers are $2.50 per month, and user seats start at $10 per user per month billed daily. There are no annual contracts, so you can scale up or down as your business changes.
Can I keep my existing 740 or other Ohio number?
Yes. You can port an existing 740 number, a toll-free line, or any other business number into Tonet and layer on features like auto attendant and SMS. Porting is free.
How fast can I get a 220 number set up?
Most 220 numbers are provisioned within minutes of signup. You can start taking calls the same day using the Tonet mobile app, a desktop softphone, or a compatible desk phone.
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