Area Code 740 Phone Number
for Your Business
Get a local 740 number for your business in Zanesville, OH. Cloud VoIP with SMS, an auto attendant (IVR), and more — starting at $30/ext/mo. No contracts.
What Is Area Code 740?
Area code 740 is a North American telephone area code serving Zanesville, Ohio. It has been in service since December 6, 1997 and operates on Eastern Time. It is part of the 220/740 overlay complex. Businesses operating in the 740 area code region use local numbers to build trust with customers, improve answer rates, and establish a professional local presence.
With Zonitel, you can get a new 740 area code number or port your existing one with guided onboarding — no hardware required. Your team can make and receive calls from any device using the Zonitel mobile app or web portal.
Area Code 740 at a Glance
- Region
- Southeast & Central OH, Ohio
- In service
- Since December 6, 1997
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Overlay
- Shares its territory with 220; local calls use 10-digit dialing
- History
- Created on December 6, 1997 from area code 614
- Telemarketing hours
- 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time for residential numbers (TCPA, 47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1))
Why Your Business Needs a 740 Local Number
A local number tells customers you're part of the community. People in Zanesville are more likely to pick up a call from a 740 number they recognize than from an unfamiliar out-of-area number.
Everything Included With Your 740 Number
Zonitel is not just a phone number — it's a complete cloud business phone system. Every plan includes:
Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 740
What cities use area code 740?
Area code 740 serves the Southeast & Central OH area of Ohio. Cities in the 740 region include Zanesville, OH.
Is area code 740 an overlay?
Yes. 740 is part of the 220/740 overlay, so new numbers in this region can come from any of those area codes, and local calls require 10-digit dialing.
What time zone is area code 740 in?
Area code 740 is in Eastern Time. Telemarketing calls to residential 740 numbers are limited to 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time under the TCPA (47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1)).
Can I get a 740 number for my business without moving there?
Yes. With Zonitel's cloud VoIP, you can get a 740 area code number regardless of where your business is physically located. This lets you establish a local presence in Zanesville without a physical office.
Can I keep my existing 740 number and switch to Zonitel?
Yes. Number porting is free. Porting commonly takes 5–10 business days depending on your current carrier, and your old service stays active until the coordinated cutover.
How much does a 740 business phone number cost?
Zonitel plans start at $30/extension/month plus tax, with no setup fees and no contracts. Your 740 local number is included in the plan.
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