How many Social Security offices are in San Diego?

San Diego, California has 2 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.

Do I need an appointment at a San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego?

The closest field office outside San Diego is in La Mesa, about 7.5 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a San Diego 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.

Social Security Offices in San Diego, California

2 offices · San Diego County

San Diego has 2 Social Security field offices, all in San Diego County. Together they're the nearest office for around 2 communities across the area, part of California's 124 offices statewide. Use the map or the list below to choose the right one, then check its hours and book an appointment before visiting.

offices in city: 2
communities served: 2
people in service area: 24K
county: San Diego County
to next-nearest city: 7.5 mi

All 2 San Diego offices on the map

2 locations, Social Security offices in San Diego. Click a pin for the address and a link.

San Diego Social Security offices

8505 Aero Dr San Diego, CA 92123 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 331-6397 View office → 1333 Front Street San Diego, CA 92101 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (855) 820-0097 View office →

Visiting a San Diego 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.

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San Diego Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in San Diego?: San Diego, California has 2 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at a San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego?: The closest field office outside San Diego is in La Mesa, about 7.5 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a San Diego 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.