San Rafael Social Security Office
99 Smith Ranch Road, Suite 200, San Rafael, CA 94901
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The San Rafael Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Marin County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of San Rafael and 25 nearby communities, roughly 164,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Richmond, about 11 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 25
- people in service area
- 164K
- to next-nearest office
- 11 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Marin County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 331-7761
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
San Rafael 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) 331-7761 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 San Rafael office
- Take US 101.
- Take Central San Rafael exit heading west.
- Located between 4th and 5th Street on Lootens Place.
San Rafael office location
Services at the San Rafael Social Security office
Staff at the San Rafael 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 San Rafael office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the San Rafael office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 25 surrounding communities, the largest is Mill Valley (14,105 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Valley, CA | 4.8 mi | 14,105 |
| Larkspur, CA | 2.8 mi | 12,928 |
| San Anselmo, CA | 1.9 mi | 12,693 |
| Corte Madera, CA | 3.3 mi | 10,141 |
| Fairfax, CA | 3.5 mi | 7,521 |
| Kentfield, CA | 2.2 mi | 7,423 |
| Lucas Valley-Marinwood, CA | 5.4 mi | 6,738 |
| Strawberry, CA | 5.4 mi | 5,325 |
| Santa Venetia, CA | 1.7 mi | 3,891 |
| Sleepy Hollow, CA | 4.1 mi | 2,366 |
| Ross, CA | 1.7 mi | 2,327 |
| Alto, CA | 4.8 mi | 818 |
…and 13 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the San Rafael office
- The San Rafael 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 San Rafael office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 331-7761 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 331-7761 (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 San Rafael, this is the closest office for about 25 surrounding communities, including Ross, Santa Venetia, San Anselmo, Kentfield, Larkspur. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Richmond, about 11 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.