Hawthorne Social Security Office
11539 Hawthorne Blvd, Suite 400, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Hawthorne Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Los Angeles County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Hawthorne and 7 nearby communities, roughly 229,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Los Angeles, about 5.1 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 7
- people in service area
- 229K
- to next-nearest office
- 5.1 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Los Angeles County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 331-7694
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
Hawthorne 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) 331-7694 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 Hawthorne office
- The office is on the 4th floor (Suite 400) of a multi-tenant building on Hawthorne Boulevard in the South Bay, which also houses a federal court office and county services.
- It sits near the 105 freeway; the building has controlled access and on-site parking.
Hawthorne office location
Services at the Hawthorne Social Security office
Staff at the Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Hawthorne office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 7 surrounding communities, the largest is Inglewood (105,181 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Inglewood, CA | 2.2 mi | 105,181 |
| Manhattan Beach, CA | 4.6 mi | 34,668 |
| Lawndale, CA | 2.9 mi | 31,121 |
| Lennox, CA | 0.6 mi | 22,476 |
| El Segundo, CA | 3.7 mi | 16,898 |
| Del Aire, CA | 1.3 mi | 10,424 |
| Alondra Park, CA | 3 mi | 8,000 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Hawthorne office
- The Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 331-7694 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 331-7694, or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Hawthorne, this is the closest office for about 7 surrounding communities, including Lennox, Del Aire, Inglewood, Lawndale, Alondra Park. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Los Angeles, about 5.1 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.