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What is area code 240?

The 240 area code is located in the western part of Maryland, USA. It comprises a part of the Greater Washington, D.C. metro area along with western Maryland. It covers counties such as Montgomery, Washington, and Charles, among 8 others. These counties include several major cities like Germantown. Silver Spring, Waldorf, Frederick, Rockville, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Bowie, Aspen Hill, Wheaton, Potomac, College Park, and more.

240 area code is a telephone number prefix assigned by the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), which was implemented on June 1, 1997, for the western part of Maryland State of the US. It was established as an overlay to 301 original area code to increase the NPA geographical extent. In 2023, area code 240 was overlaid by new area code 226 to provide an extra central office prefix for new telephone numbers.

The nearby area codes of the 240 area code region are 202/771 (District of Columbia), 223/717 (Lancaster, PA), 240/301 (Germantown, MD), 304/681 (West Virginia), 410/443/667 (Baltimore, MD)434 (Lynchburg, VA), 484/610/835 (Allentown, PA), 540/826 (Roanoke, VA), 571/703 (Arlington, VA), 582/814 (Erie, PA), 724 (New Castle, PA), 757/948 (Virginia Beach, VA), 804 (Richmond, VA), 878 (Pittsburgh, PA)

Country	USA
State	Maryland
Major City	Germantown
Time Zone	Central Time Zone
Telephone Number Format	+1 (240)-XXX-XXXX
Example of 240 phone number	+1 (240)-203-4567
Zip Code	20602 – 21795

How to get a 240 Area Code Phone Number?

You can purchase a 240 area code phone number from a VoIP service provider like Dialaxy. You can follow these steps.

Sign up on the official Dialaxy website or mobile app.
Log in to your account and navigate to the dashboard.
Select “My Number” from the “Portal” menu.
Click on “Buy Number.”
Choose the US as your country and select the 240 area code from the list.
Complete the payment and submit any required documents.

How does a 240 Area Code Business Phone Number work?

When it comes to receiving and making phone calls, 240 business phone numbers work like any other number. It is associated with the 240 area code, which covers regions in Maryland, including Germantown and its surrounding areas.

When an individual calls a business phone number featuring the 240 area code, the call is directed through the telecommunications network to the recipient’s phone, regardless of whether it’s a landline or mobile device within the 240 area code.

You don’t need a physical location within the 240 area code. Dialaxy, for example, offers virtual numbers with an area code of 240 that can seamlessly route calls to an existing phone line or even a remote call center.

Who’s doing business in the 240 Area code?

Many businesses operate within the 240 area code across various industries, including technology, healthcare, education, and retail.

Some notable companies and institutions include:

Education

University of Maryland, Montgomery College, Frederick Community College

Health

Adventist HealthCare, Frederick Health Hospital, Holy Cross Health

Technology

Lockheed Martin, Hughes Network Systems, Northrop Grumman

Retailers

Westfield Montgomery Mall, Lakeforest Mall, Bowie Town Center

Government

National Institutes of Health (NIH), FDA Headquarters

Why Does Your Business Need a 240 Area Code Number?

Establish a Local Presence in Maryland

Connect with customers in Rockville, Frederick, and other cities by using a 240 area code VoIP number. Build trust with the local audience.

Improve Customer Engagement

Increase response rates and customer satisfaction by offering a local point of contact.

No Additional Hardware Needed

Start using your 240 area code phone number instantly on your existing devices with the Dialaxy app. No need for new equipment or complex setups.

Advanced PBX Features

Enjoy robust features like call forwarding, number sharing, unified call management, and global calling through the Dialaxy platform.

Build Credibility in Maryland

Establish your business as a trusted local provider in Maryland. Strengthen relationships with your customers using a local 240 area code.

Scale Your Business Seamlessly

Expand your reach in Maryland and beyond without additional effort. A 240 area code helps you maintain accessibility and grow your business.

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