Dothan, AL Social Security office at 1778 Whatley Dr, 36303
1778 Whatley Drive, Dothan, AL 36303
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Dothan Social Security office is one of 22 field offices in Alabama, serving Dale County / Henry County / Houston County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Dothan and 47 nearby communities, roughly 111,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Marianna, about 34 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 47
- people in service area
- 111K
- to next-nearest office
- 34 mi
- offices in Alabama
- 22
- county
- Dale County / Henry County / Houston County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 452-4192
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Fax: (833) 950-3495
Dothan 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 (877) 452-4192 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 Dothan office
- At the corner of Whatley drive and John D.
- Odom Road (behind Flowers Hospital).
Dothan office location
31.24367, -85.46006 View on OpenStreetMap →
Services at the Dothan Social Security office
Staff at the Dothan 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.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Dothan office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grimes, AL | Dothan office | 4.3 mi |
| Napier Field, AL | Dothan office | 5 mi |
| Taylor, AL | Dothan office | 5.3 mi |
| Midland City, AL | Dothan office | 5.6 mi |
| Pinckard, AL | Dothan office | 7.2 mi |
| Kinsey, AL | Dothan office | 7.8 mi |
| Malvern, AL | Dothan office | 8 mi |
| Rehobeth, AL | Dothan office | 8.4 mi |
| Cowarts, AL | Dothan office | 9.7 mi |
| Headland, AL | Dothan office | 10.2 mi |
| Newton, AL | Dothan office | 10.6 mi |
| Avon, AL | Dothan office | 10.9 mi |
Show all 47 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Webb, AL | Dothan office | 11.1 mi |
| Slocomb, AL | Dothan office | 12.3 mi |
| Ashford, AL | Dothan office | 13.9 mi |
| Newville, AL | Dothan office | 14.3 mi |
| Madrid, AL | Dothan office | 14.9 mi |
| Clayhatchee, AL | Dothan office | 15.5 mi |
| Daleville, AL | Dothan office | 15.6 mi |
| Cottonwood, AL | Dothan office | 16.3 mi |
| Fort Rucker, AL | Dothan office | 16.6 mi |
| Hartford, AL | Dothan office | 17.1 mi |
| Ozark, AL | Dothan office | 18.3 mi |
| Level Plains, AL | Dothan office | 19.2 mi |
| Noma, FL | Dothan office | 20.4 mi |
| Esto, FL | Dothan office | 20.8 mi |
| Columbia, AL | Dothan office | 20.9 mi |
| Haleburg, AL | Dothan office | 22.1 mi |
| Gordon, AL | Dothan office | 22.6 mi |
| Black, AL | Dothan office | 23.3 mi |
| Enterprise, AL | Dothan office | 23.4 mi |
| Cedar Springs, GA | Dothan office | 25.3 mi |
| Abbeville, AL | Dothan office | 25.8 mi |
| Eunola, AL | Dothan office | 26.9 mi |
| Coffee Springs, AL | Dothan office | 27.1 mi |
| Geneva, AL | Dothan office | 28 mi |
| Ariton, AL | Dothan office | 29 mi |
| Blue Springs, AL | Dothan office | 29.2 mi |
| New Brockton, AL | Dothan office | 29.4 mi |
| Blakely, GA | Dothan office | 32.4 mi |
| Clio, AL | Dothan office | 33.3 mi |
| Fort Gaines, GA | Dothan office | 35.1 mi |
| Louisville, AL | Dothan office | 37.7 mi |
| Bakerhill, AL | Dothan office | 38.3 mi |
| Brundidge, AL | Dothan office | 39 mi |
| Bluffton, GA | Dothan office | 39.9 mi |
| Clayton, AL | Dothan office | 43.8 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Dothan office
- The Dothan 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 Dothan office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 452-4192 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 452-4192 (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 Dothan, this is the closest office for about 47 surrounding communities, including Grimes, Napier Field, Taylor, Midland City, Pinckard. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Marianna, about 34 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
- 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.