Birmingham Social Security Office
1972 Gadsden Hwy, Trussville Exec. Park, Birmingham, AL 35235
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Birmingham Social Security office is one of 22 field offices in Alabama, serving Jefferson County / Shelby County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Birmingham and 25 nearby communities, roughly 133,000 people. Birmingham has more than one office, the next-closest is on 1200 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd N, about 13 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Birmingham
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 25
- people in service area
- 133K
- to next-nearest office
- 13 mi
- offices in Alabama
- 22
- county
- Jefferson County / Shelby County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 613-2743
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Birmingham office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 4pm |
| Friday | 9am to 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (866) 613-2743 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one.
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number.
- Bring original documents for your request, for a new or replacement card, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Directions to the Birmingham office
- From I-459 take exit 32 onto highway 11 north going toward Trussville.
- Go Approx 1-1/2 miles to Trussville Executive park and turn left.
- Building is at end of Road.
- Or from 1st Avenue North/Highway 11 go past Medical Center east Hosp continuing under I-459, travel 1-1/2 Mi to Trussville Exec park and turn left.
- Watch for Metro Storage Sign-take second left past Metro Storage sign.
Birmingham office location
Services at the Birmingham Social Security office
Staff at the Birmingham office handle the full range of Social Security business, including:
- Apply for a new or replacement Social Security card
- Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), or SSI benefits
- Change your name on your Social Security record
- Update direct deposit and mailing address
- Request proof of benefits or a benefit verification letter
- Get help enrolling in Medicare
- Check the status of an application or appeal
Want to prepare first? See our guides on getting an award letter, checking your earnings record, and when to claim retirement.
Towns served by the Birmingham office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Birmingham office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 25 surrounding communities, the largest is Trussville (26,388 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Trussville, AL | 4.7 mi | 26,388 |
| Center Point, AL | 4 mi | 16,137 |
| Moody, AL | 8 mi | 13,563 |
| Leeds, AL | 5.5 mi | 12,271 |
| Clay, AL | 5.9 mi | 10,311 |
| Pinson, AL | 6.2 mi | 7,183 |
| Grayson Valley, AL | 2.6 mi | 5,808 |
| Margaret, AL | 10.1 mi | 5,427 |
| Argo, AL | 8.9 mi | 4,401 |
| Shoal Creek, AL | 12.6 mi | 1,231 |
| Dunnavant, AL | 9.5 mi | 1,150 |
| Vandiver, AL | 11.8 mi | 914 |
…and 13 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Birmingham
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Frequently asked questions about the Birmingham office
- The Birmingham office is generally open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. The live status and full weekly hours are at the top of this page, call ahead, as hours can change.
- Do I need an appointment at the Birmingham office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 613-2743 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 613-2743 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Birmingham, this is the closest office for about 25 surrounding communities, including Grayson Valley, Center Point, Trussville, Leeds, Clay. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Birmingham has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 1200 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd N, about 13 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- In most states you can request a replacement card online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, no office visit needed. You can also check applications, request benefit letters, and update direct deposit there.