The area code 234 is located in Akron, Ohio.
Area code 234 serves Akron and much of Northeast Ohio, working as an overlay with area code 330. This means 234 and 330 cover the same region, including Akron in Summit County and nearby communities along the corridor between Cleveland and the Mahoning Valley. The area is known for major landmarks like the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton and the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park just north of Akron. With the overlay in place, 10-digit dialing is required for local calls.
Major cities and communities in the 234/330 overlay include:
"More than 32,000 acres" — National Park Service, on the size of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Area code 234 was added to increase number capacity as the region grew and 330 neared exhaustion, so both codes now operate side by side across the same footprint. The area blends industry and education, from Akron’s “Rubber Capital” legacy and Goodyear’s roots to campuses like the University of Akron and Youngstown State. Sports and culture play a big role here too, highlighted by Canton’s Hall of Fame and vibrant arts in downtown Akron. For Ohio phone numbers in this region, 234 works exactly like 330—same places, different digits—making it a familiar choice across Summit, Stark, Mahoning, Trumbull, Portage, and nearby counties.