Area code 234 is an overlay of 330 and covers northeastern Ohio, including Akron, Canton, and Youngstown. Introduced in 2000, it supports the telecommunications needs of a post-industrial region that once played a central role in steel and rubber manufacturing. Now transitioning into healthcare, education, and tech sectors, the region blends urban heritage with economic transformation. Ten-digit dialing is mandatory. Area code 234 complements the legacy of 330, signaling continued growth and innovation in northeastern Ohio.