Social Security Offices in La Mesa, California
1 office ยท San Diego County
La Mesa has one Social Security field office, in San Diego County. It serves the city and the surrounding area, the closest office for 3 nearby communities, and is one of California's 124 field offices. Its address, hours, phone number, and directions are below.
- office in city
- 1
- communities served
- 3
- people in service area
- 97K
- county
- San Diego County
- to next-nearest city
- 4.2 mi
The La Mesa office on the map
1 location, Social Security offices in La Mesa. Click a pin for the address and a link.
The La Mesa Social Security office
Visiting a La Mesa office
- Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
- Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays. Check the exact hours on each office page above.
- Skip the trip when you can: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Towns served by the La Mesa office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the La Mesa office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 3 surrounding communities, the largest is La Presa (37,410 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| La Presa, CA | 4.2 mi | 37,410 |
| Spring Valley, CA | 2.1 mi | 31,866 |
| Lemon Grove, CA | 1.5 mi | 27,413 |
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La Mesa Social Security offices: FAQs
- How many Social Security offices are in La Mesa?
- La Mesa, California has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.
- Do I need an appointment at the La Mesa office?
- Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.
- What should I bring to a La Mesa Social Security office?
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
- What's the nearest Social Security office to La Mesa?
- The closest field office outside La Mesa is in El Cajon, about 4.2 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
- Can I avoid visiting a La Mesa office?
- Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.