814 area code

Get a local phone number in Erie, PA

Biggest city:

Erie

State:

Pennsylvania

Major Cities:

Erie (Pennsylvania, USA), Altoona, State College

Timezone:

Eastern (GMT -5)

Population:

101,786

Average Income:

$55,262

Zip codes:

16501

16565

Unemployment Rate:

5.20%

Nearby area codes:

223

226

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814 area code summary

Area code 814 covers a large swath of northwestern and central Pennsylvania, including cities like Erie, Altoona, Johnstown, and State College. This area offers a mix of higher education, healthcare, manufacturing, and tourism. State College is home to Penn State University, one of the largest public universities in the U.S., which plays a major role in the local economy and culture. Erie, located on the shores of Lake Erie, is a regional hub for shipping, healthcare, and education, and features access to Presque Isle State Park. Altoona and Johnstown provide historic charm and are centers for rail and steel legacy industries. Outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and boating, is abundant across the Allegheny Mountains. The 814 area code is one of the original codes established in 1947 and remains a symbol of Pennsylvania’s industrial roots and educational prominence. In 2020, overlay 582 was introduced to accommodate increased demand.

Fun fact 💡

Erie’s Presque Isle State Park, since 1921, is a 814 natural gem.

🏢First Phone Company:

Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania (later Verizon)

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