How can you contact the Social Security Administration?

Contact the Social Security Administration by telephone at 800-772-1213, or use the agency's website at SSA.gov to search for a local office. The website lists the address and hours of the closest local office to your ZIP code.

You can also contact the Social Security Administration by mail at Office of Public Inquiries, 1100 West High Rise, 6401 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21235. The agency recommends calling 800-772-1213 or contacting a local Social Security office before writing to this address. The agency does not accept applications or other documents needed to request a Social Security number or benefits at this address.