Douglas Social Security Office
600 E 15th St, Douglas, AZ 85607
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Douglas Social Security office is one of 14 field offices in Arizona, serving Cochise County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Douglas and 27 nearby communities, roughly 35,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Nogales, about 81 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 27
- people in service area
- 35K
- to next-nearest office
- 81 mi
- offices in Arizona
- 14
- county
- Cochise County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 480-4858
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Douglas 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) 480-4858 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 Douglas office
- Take highway 80 W into Douglas.
- Go south onto "G" Avenue.
- Turn left on 14th Street, which is the second Traffic light.
- At the next four-Way stop sign turn left on "F" Avenue.
- Then turn right on 15th St.
- The office is on the corner of "F" Avenue and 15th Street.
- The entrance is on the east side of the White building.
Douglas office location
Services at the Douglas Social Security office
Staff at the Douglas 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 Douglas office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Douglas office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 27 surrounding communities, the largest is Sierra Vista Southeast (16,152 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Vista Southeast, AZ | 39.9 mi | 16,152 |
| Bisbee, AZ | 23.2 mi | 4,911 |
| Tombstone, AZ | 39.4 mi | 1,307 |
| Pirtleville, AZ | 0.7 mi | 1,233 |
| Naco, AZ | 23.4 mi | 1,156 |
| Sunsites, AZ | 44.3 mi | 813 |
| Miracle Valley, AZ | 35.5 mi | 741 |
| Elfrida, AZ | 24.5 mi | 293 |
| Sunizona, AZ | 37.3 mi | 247 |
| McNeal, AZ | 18.7 mi | 243 |
| Palominas, AZ | 33.4 mi | 170 |
| Rodeo, AZ | 45.5 mi | 54 |
…and 15 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Douglas office
- The Douglas 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 Douglas office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 480-4858 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 480-4858 (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 Douglas, this is the closest office for about 27 surrounding communities, including Pirtleville, McNeal, Bisbee, Naco, Elfrida. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Nogales, about 81 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.