Crescent City, CA Social Security office at 560 E Hoover Ave, 95531
560 E Hoover Ave, Crescent City, CA 95531
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Crescent City Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Del Norte County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Crescent City and 19 nearby communities, roughly 22,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Eureka, about 68 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 19
- people in service area
- 22K
- to next-nearest office
- 68 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Del Norte County
Phone
- Local:
- (855) 727-3600
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Crescent City 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 (855) 727-3600 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 Crescent City office
- The office is on the corner of Hoover Avenue and Harrold St, one block south of Washington Boulevard and one block east of Northcrest Dr.
- From Northcrest Dr, turn east on Hoover Avenue.
- From US Highway 101 southbound, take the Washingon Boulevard exit.
- Turn right on Washington Boulevard and left on Harrold St.
- From US Highway 101 northbound, take the Parkway Dr exit.
- Turn left on Washinton Boulevard and left on Harrold St.
Crescent City office location
Services at the Crescent City Social Security office
Staff at the Crescent City 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 Crescent City 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bertsch-Oceanview, CA | Crescent City office | 2 mi |
| Hiouchi, CA | Crescent City office | 6.6 mi |
| Fort Dick, CA | Crescent City office | 7.1 mi |
| Smith River, CA | Crescent City office | 11.1 mi |
| Gasquet, CA | Crescent City office | 12.8 mi |
| Klamath, CA | Crescent City office | 18.8 mi |
| Harbor, OR | Crescent City office | 19.8 mi |
| Brookings, OR | Crescent City office | 19.9 mi |
| O'Brien, OR | Crescent City office | 32.6 mi |
| Wautec, CA | Crescent City office | 33.6 mi |
| Orick, CA | Crescent City office | 34.2 mi |
| Takilma, OR | Crescent City office | 35.5 mi |
Show all 19 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pistol River, OR | Crescent City office | 36.4 mi |
| Kep El, CA | Crescent City office | 38.9 mi |
| Cave Junction, OR | Crescent City office | 39.1 mi |
| Kerby, OR | Crescent City office | 40.5 mi |
| Gold Beach, OR | Crescent City office | 45.4 mi |
| Wedderburn, OR | Crescent City office | 46.8 mi |
| Nesika Beach, OR | Crescent City office | 52 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Crescent City office
- The Crescent City 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 Crescent City office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 727-3600 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (855) 727-3600 (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 Crescent City, this is the closest office for about 19 surrounding communities, including Bertsch-Oceanview, Hiouchi, Fort Dick, Smith River, Gasquet. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Eureka, about 68 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.