What is what area code is 570?

Area code 570 is a telephone area code in the United States that covers a large region in northeastern and central Pennsylvania. Some major cities and towns within the area code 570 include Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Williamsport, Hazleton, and Bloomsburg. The area code was established in 1998 as part of a split from the original 717 area code to accommodate the increasing demand for telephone numbers in the region. Today, area code 570 serves a diverse population and a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, manufacturing, and tourism.