Tucson, AZ Social Security office at 88 W 38th St, 85713
88 W 38th St, Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85713
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Tucson Social Security office is one of 14 field offices in Arizona, serving Pima County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Tucson and 26 nearby communities, roughly 167,000 people. Tucson has more than one office, the next-closest is on 3808 N 1st Ave, about 5.9 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Tucson
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 26
- people in service area
- 167K
- to next-nearest office
- 5.9 mi
- offices in Arizona
- 14
- county
- Pima County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 220-7896
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Tucson 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) 220-7896 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 Tucson office
- 3 blocks N of I-10, 1 block west of 6th Avenue on 38th St.
- The Bus stop (Line 8) is 1 block north of the office.
Tucson office location
Services at the Tucson Social Security office
Staff at the Tucson 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 Tucson 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 |
|---|---|---|
| South Tucson, AZ | Tucson office | 0.6 mi |
| Drexel Heights, AZ | Tucson office | 4.9 mi |
| Tucson Estates, AZ | Tucson office | 7.1 mi |
| Summit, AZ | Tucson office | 8.6 mi |
| Valencia West, AZ | Tucson office | 9.1 mi |
| Sahuarita, AZ | Tucson office | 16.2 mi |
| Rincon Valley, AZ | Tucson office | 17.3 mi |
| Vail, AZ | Tucson office | 18 mi |
| Corona de Tucson, AZ | Tucson office | 19.3 mi |
| Three Points, AZ | Tucson office | 21.6 mi |
| Green Valley, AZ | Tucson office | 23.3 mi |
| J-Six Ranchettes, AZ | Tucson office | 33.3 mi |
Show all 26 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mescal, AZ | Tucson office | 34.2 mi |
| Benson, AZ | Tucson office | 42.4 mi |
| Haivana Nakya, AZ | Tucson office | 45.4 mi |
| St David, AZ | Tucson office | 48.5 mi |
| Comobabi, AZ | Tucson office | 49.5 mi |
| Chiawuli Tak, AZ | Tucson office | 50.7 mi |
| Ali Molina, AZ | Tucson office | 51.2 mi |
| Ali Chukson, AZ | Tucson office | 52.2 mi |
| Ko Vaya, AZ | Tucson office | 54.7 mi |
| Topawa, AZ | Tucson office | 56.5 mi |
| Sells, AZ | Tucson office | 56.8 mi |
| Nolic, AZ | Tucson office | 58.5 mi |
| Cowlic, AZ | Tucson office | 65.3 mi |
| Gu Oidak, AZ | Tucson office | 65.6 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Tucson office
- The Tucson 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 Tucson office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 220-7896 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 220-7896 (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 Tucson, this is the closest office for about 26 surrounding communities, including South Tucson, Drexel Heights, Tucson Estates, Summit, Valencia West. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Tucson has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 3808 N 1st Ave, about 5.9 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.