Area code 440 covers Parma and surrounding areas in Ohio. It was activated in 1997 as an overlay of area code 216. Today it shares its territory with overlay code 436.
| State | Ohio |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Parma |
| Cities also served | Parma, Lorain, Elyria, Mentor, Strongsville, Westlake, Willoughby, Ashtabula |
| Time zone | Eastern (UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST) |
| Year established | August 16, 1997 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 216 |
| Overlay codes | 436 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 440
Area code 440 serves Greater Cleveland suburbs — southern, western, and eastern suburbs of Cleveland, including Lake, Geauga, most of Ashtabula and Lorain counties, and portions of Erie, Huron, Trumbull, and Cuyahoga counties, including the following cities and communities:
- Parma
- Lorain
- Elyria
- Mentor
- Strongsville
- Westlake
- Willoughby
- Ashtabula
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 216, 330.
How to Get a 440 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 440 area code, each suited to a different need:
- Buy from a premium-number specialist. Companies that hold curated inventories of specific area codes can sell you a 440 number directly, often with a one-time fee and ownership transferred to you (no recurring carrier fees). This is the option for picking a specific memorable number, or for getting an area code that most carriers won’t let you request. Contact us about a 440 number.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 440 number on request, especially for active overlay codes. You won’t usually get to pick the specific number, but you’ll get a working line in the area code. This is the cheapest option for anyone who doesn’t need a particular number.
- Port an existing 440 number. If you already have a 440 phone number with another carrier, you can transfer it (port it) to a new service provider while keeping the number. This works for landlines, cell phones, and VoIP services, though landlines outside of Ohio sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 440 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 440 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 440 area code still in use?
Yes. 440 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Greater Cleveland suburbs — southern, western, and eastern suburbs of Cleveland, including Lake, Geauga, most of Ashtabula and Lorain counties, and portions of Erie, Huron, Trumbull, and Cuyahoga counties.
What is the difference between 440 and 436?
Today they share the same geographic territory in Ohio. New phone lines in the area may be assigned either code. The two codes work identically for calling, billing, and service.
What is the parent area code of 440?
Area code 440 is an overlay of 216. Both codes serve the same region of Ohio.
Can I get a 440 number if I don't live in Ohio?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 440 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 440 a scam area code?
No. 440 is a legitimate, active area code for Greater Cleveland suburbs — southern, western, and eastern suburbs of Cleveland, including Lake, Geauga, most of Ashtabula and Lorain counties, and portions of Erie, Huron, Trumbull, and Cuyahoga counties. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 440 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Ohio businesses, government offices, and residents.
What cities does the 440 area code cover?
Area code 440 covers the suburbs surrounding Cleveland, including Parma, Lorain, Elyria, Mentor, Strongsville, Westlake, Willoughby, Ashtabula, and dozens of other communities across Lake, Geauga, Lorain, and Ashtabula counties.
When was the 440 area code created?
Area code 440 went into service on August 16, 1997, when it was split from area code 216 to relieve telephone number exhaustion in the Greater Cleveland region.
Does the 440 area code have an overlay?
Yes. Area code 436 was activated as an all-services overlay on March 1, 2024, after the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio projected that 440 numbers would be exhausted. Ten-digit dialing (440-XXX-XXXX) is required for all calls in the region.
Does 440 cover the city of Cleveland itself?
No. The city of Cleveland and most of its inner suburbs are served by area code 216. Area code 440 covers the outer suburbs to the south, west, and east of Cleveland proper.
