Area code 814 covers central and northwestern Pennsylvania including Erie, State College, Altoona, and Johnstown. Learn about coverage, time zone, and how to get a local 814 number.
Area code 814 serves central and northwestern Pennsylvania, one of the largest geographic area codes in the state. It shares its coverage area with overlay code 582. If you need a local presence in Erie, State College, or the surrounding region, you can get an 814 phone number through Telnyx.
The 814 area code covers a vast region of Pennsylvania, stretching from Lake Erie in the north to the Maryland border in the south, and from the New York border to near the Ohio border.
| City | County | Population | Notes |
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| Erie | Erie | ~95,000 | Largest city, Lake Erie port |
| State College | Centre | ~42,000 | Penn State University |
| Altoona | Blair | ~44,000 | Rail heritage, Horseshoe Curve |
| Johnstown | Cambria | ~19,000 | Historic steel city |
| Meadville | Crawford | ~13,000 | Allegheny College |
| DuBois | Clearfield | ~7,400 | Central PA hub |
| Bradford | McKean | ~8,000 | Near NY border |
| Oil City | Venango | ~10,000 | Birthplace of oil industry |
| St. Marys | Elk | ~12,000 | Powder metal manufacturing |
| Clearfield | Clearfield | ~5,800 | County seat |
The region spans numerous counties including Erie, Crawford, Warren, McKean, Elk, Cameron, Potter, Clinton, Centre, Clearfield, Cambria, Blair, Bedford, Somerset, and parts of others. For complete coverage details, see the NANPA area code map.
Area code 814 is in the Eastern Time Zone (ET). During standard time, this is UTC-5 (EST). During daylight saving time, it shifts to UTC-4 (EDT).
The 814 area code is one of Pennsylvania original area codes, established in 1947 when AT&T created the North American Numbering Plan. Originally, 814 covered central and western Pennsylvania.
Unlike many other original area codes, 814 has never been split — it has retained its original territory for over 75 years. In 2021, the 582 overlay was added to provide additional number capacity while preserving the existing geographic boundaries.
Today, 814 and 582 serve the same geographic area. New phone lines may be assigned either area code, and 10-digit dialing is required for all local calls. For regulatory details, visit the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.
The 814 region has a diverse economy built on education, manufacturing, healthcare, and tourism:
Education
Manufacturing
Healthcare
Tourism & Recreation
A local 814 number helps businesses build trust with customers in this region. Calls from local area codes have higher answer rates than unfamiliar or toll-free numbers.
Telnyx offers local phone numbers in the 814 area code. You get:
Browse available 814 numbers or contact sales to discuss your needs.
| Area Code | Region | Major City | Relationship to 814 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 582 | Central/NW Pennsylvania | Erie | Overlay (same area) |
| 412/878 | Pittsburgh metro | Pittsburgh | Southwest |
| 724/878 | Western Pennsylvania | New Castle | West |
| 717 | South Central PA | Harrisburg | Southeast |
| 570 | Northeastern PA | Scranton | East |
| 716 | Western New York | Buffalo | North |
What area code is 814? Area code 814 serves central and northwestern Pennsylvania, including Erie, State College, Altoona, and Johnstown.
What time zone is 814? Eastern Time (ET) — UTC-5 standard, UTC-4 during daylight saving.
Is 814 the same as 582? Yes, 582 is an overlay that covers the same geographic area as 814. Both area codes serve central and northwestern Pennsylvania.
Do I need to dial the area code for local calls? Yes. Since the 582 overlay was introduced in 2021, all calls require 10-digit dialing (area code + 7-digit number).
