Fountain Valley Social Security Office
17075 Newhope Street, Suite B, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Fountain Valley Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Orange County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Fountain Valley and 3 nearby communities, roughly 392,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Santa Ana, about 5.5 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 3
- people in service area
- 392K
- to next-nearest office
- 5.5 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Orange County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 304-1566
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Fountain Valley 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) 304-1566 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 Fountain Valley office
- Office is located on the Southwest corner of Warner and Newhope next to Coastline Community College.
- From the 405 freeway, exit on Euclid, and travel N to Warner.
- Newhope is 1 block E of Euclid.
Fountain Valley office location
Services at the Fountain Valley Social Security office
Staff at the Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Fountain Valley office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 3 surrounding communities, the largest is Huntington Beach (196,652 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington Beach, CA | 5.5 mi | 196,652 |
| Costa Mesa, CA | 5.1 mi | 110,750 |
| Newport Beach, CA | 6.6 mi | 84,792 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Fountain Valley office
- The Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 304-1566 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 304-1566 (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 Fountain Valley, this is the closest office for about 3 surrounding communities, including Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Santa Ana, about 5.5 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.