What are the hours of the Birmingham Social Security 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) 592-3734 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.

What is the phone number for the Birmingham Social Security office?

You can reach the office at (866) 592-3734 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.

Which towns does the Birmingham Social Security office serve?

Besides Birmingham, this is the closest office for about 30 surrounding communities, including Homewood, Mountain Brook, Tarrant, Forestdale, Vestavia Hills. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.

Is there another Social Security office near Birmingham?

Yes, Birmingham has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 1972 Gadsden Hwy, about 13 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.

Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Birmingham office?

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.

Birmingham Social Security Office

1200 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd N, District Office-1st Floor, Birmingham, AL 35285

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 30 nearby communities, roughly 323,000 people. Birmingham has more than one office, the next-closest is on 1972 Gadsden Hwy, about 13 miles away (see all nearby offices below).

offices in Birmingham: 2
nearby towns served: 30
people in service area: 323K
to next-nearest office: 13 mi
offices in Alabama: 22
county: Jefferson County / Shelby County

Address

1200 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd N
District Office-1st Floor
Birmingham, AL 35285

Get directions

Phone

Local:: (866) 592-3734
National:: 1-800-772-1213
TTY:: 1-800-325-0778

Birmingham office hours

Hours below

Open 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) 592-3734 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

Office is located in the new Bham Social Security Center on Rev Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard (Formerly 8th Avenue N).
Entrance is at the corner of Rev Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard and 12th Street.
Parking entrance on 12th Street.

Birmingham office location

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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 30 surrounding communities, the largest is Vestavia Hills (38,801 residents):

Town	Distance	Population
Vestavia Hills, AL	6 mi	38,801
Homewood, AL	3.4 mi	26,054
Mountain Brook, AL	4.1 mi	22,158
Irondale, AL	6.7 mi	13,518
Fairfield, AL	6.4 mi	9,832
Fultondale, AL	6.2 mi	9,789
Forestdale, AL	5.7 mi	8,688
Tarrant, AL	5.3 mi	6,005
Midfield, AL	6.4 mi	5,115
Minor, AL	7 mi	832
Edgewater, AL	7.9 mi	832
McDonald Chapel, AL	6.5 mi	662

…and 18 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Frequently asked questions about the Birmingham office

What are the hours of the Birmingham Social Security 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) 592-3734 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Birmingham Social Security office?: You can reach the office at (866) 592-3734 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Birmingham Social Security office serve?: Besides Birmingham, this is the closest office for about 30 surrounding communities, including Homewood, Mountain Brook, Tarrant, Forestdale, Vestavia Hills. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Birmingham?: Yes, Birmingham has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 1972 Gadsden Hwy, about 13 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Birmingham office?: 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.