Richmond Social Security Office
3164 Garrity Way, Richmond, CA 94806
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Richmond Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Contra Costa County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Richmond and 11 nearby communities, roughly 123,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Berkeley, about 8.0 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 11
- people in service area
- 123K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.0 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Contra Costa County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 877-3116
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Richmond 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) 877-3116 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 Richmond office
- We are located at 3164 Garrity Way off of Blume Dr.
- Take Hyw 80 exiting at Hilltop Mall.
- X-Street Btwn Hilltop Dr.
- And Garrity is Blume Dr.
- We are Accessible by Ac Transit Bus Lines #71.
- Effective 03/28/2010 the Bus Line will be Changed to #76.
- We are located across the Street from Chevy's and next door to the Marriott Hotel.
Richmond office location
Services at the Richmond Social Security office
Staff at the Richmond 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 Richmond office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Richmond office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 11 surrounding communities, the largest is San Pablo (31,773 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| San Pablo, CA | 1.6 mi | 31,773 |
| Hercules, CA | 3.3 mi | 26,091 |
| Pinole, CA | 2.3 mi | 18,821 |
| El Sobrante, CA | 1.5 mi | 14,779 |
| Rodeo, CA | 4.9 mi | 10,023 |
| Tara Hills, CA | 1.2 mi | 4,915 |
| North Richmond, CA | 2.8 mi | 4,258 |
| Rollingwood, CA | 0.9 mi | 3,612 |
| East Richmond Heights, CA | 2.3 mi | 3,473 |
| Bayview, CA | 2.1 mi | 2,754 |
| Montalvin Manor, CA | 1.5 mi | 2,490 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Richmond office
- The Richmond 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 Richmond office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 877-3116 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 877-3116 (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 Richmond, this is the closest office for about 11 surrounding communities, including Rollingwood, Tara Hills, El Sobrante, Montalvin Manor, San Pablo. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Berkeley, about 8.0 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.