Bakersfield Social Security Office
5300 Office Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Bakersfield Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Kern County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Bakersfield and 30 nearby communities, roughly 89,000 people. Bakersfield has more than one office, the next-closest is on 2575 Haley Street, about 5.2 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Bakersfield
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 30
- people in service area
- 89K
- to next-nearest office
- 5.2 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Kern County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 476-1489
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-661-861-4343
Bakersfield 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) 476-1489 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 Bakersfield office
- South on Commercial Way from the Truxtun Extension, then right on office park Dr.
- Office is on the north side of the Street.
Bakersfield office location
Services at the Bakersfield Social Security office
Staff at the Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Bakersfield office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 30 surrounding communities, the largest is Rosedale (19,003 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Rosedale, CA | 4.9 mi | 19,003 |
| Greenacres, CA | 3 mi | 5,255 |
| Benton Park, CA | 2.2 mi | 5,212 |
| Greenfield, CA | 7.5 mi | 3,777 |
| Rexland Acres, CA | 5.6 mi | 3,487 |
| Old Stine, CA | 1.4 mi | 3,477 |
| Lakeside, CA | 9.4 mi | 969 |
| Olde Stockdale, CA | 2 mi | 839 |
| Cherokee Strip, CA | 13.2 mi | 289 |
| Pumpkin Center, CA | 7 mi | 169 |
| El Adobe, CA | 10 mi | 118 |
| Old River, CA | 7.4 mi | 76 |
…and 18 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Bakersfield office
- The Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 476-1489 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 476-1489 (TTY 1-661-861-4343), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Bakersfield, this is the closest office for about 30 surrounding communities, including Old Stine, Olde Stockdale, Benton Park, Greenacres, Rosedale. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Bakersfield has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 2575 Haley Street, about 5.2 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.