Fayetteville Social Security Office
2153 E. Joyce Blvd., Suite 101, Fayetteville, AR 72703
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Fayetteville Social Security office is one of 16 field offices in Arkansas, serving Washington County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Fayetteville and 74 nearby communities, roughly 393,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Ft Smith, about 54 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 74
- people in service area
- 393K
- to next-nearest office
- 54 mi
- offices in Arkansas
- 16
- county
- Washington County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 694-5493
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Fayetteville 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) 694-5493 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 Fayetteville office
- Located at the intersection of Joyce Boulevard.
- And old Misouri Road., 1 mile east of the Highway 71b (College Avenue.) and Joyce Boulevard.
- Intersection.
- Most All Changes you may need to Report can be done at www.socialsecurit y.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213.
- Replacement Social Security Cards or new Social Security Card Requests cannot be Completed Via the Internet.
Fayetteville office location
Services at the Fayetteville Social Security office
Staff at the Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Fayetteville office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 74 surrounding communities, the largest is Springdale (87,609 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Springdale, AR | 5.3 mi | 87,609 |
| Lowell, AR | 9.4 mi | 10,177 |
| Farmington, AR | 8.4 mi | 8,242 |
| Cave Springs, AR | 11.4 mi | 5,916 |
| Tontitown, AR | 7 mi | 5,633 |
| Elkins, AR | 10.6 mi | 3,743 |
| Johnson, AR | 2.2 mi | 3,631 |
| Elm Springs, AR | 8.5 mi | 2,581 |
| West Fork, AR | 13.9 mi | 2,335 |
| Goshen, AR | 7.9 mi | 2,188 |
| Greenland, AR | 9 mi | 1,218 |
| Wesley, AR | 13.4 mi | 482 |
…and 62 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Fayetteville office
- The Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 694-5493 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 694-5493 (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 Fayetteville, this is the closest office for about 74 surrounding communities, including Johnson, Springdale, Tontitown, Goshen, Farmington. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Ft Smith, about 54 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.