Sonora Social Security Office
745 Morning Star Drive, Sonora, CA 95370
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Sonora Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Tuolumne County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Sonora and 49 nearby communities, roughly 53,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Modesto, about 43 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 49
- people in service area
- 53K
- to next-nearest office
- 43 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Tuolumne County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 397-4125
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Sonora 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 (888) 397-4125 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 Sonora office
- From the Sonora Area: the office is located just past Sonora Dmv and Childs Road on Morning Star drive.
- The office is on the left Hand side of the Road and Shares A parking Lot with A Medical office.
- From Outside of Sonora: take highway 108 to Mono Way exit.
- Turn left on Mono Way, then right on Greenley Road.
- Turn left on Morning Star drive, and the office will be on the left side of the Street.
Sonora office location
Services at the Sonora Social Security office
Staff at the Sonora 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 Sonora office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Sonora office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 49 surrounding communities, the largest is Phoenix Lake (4,820 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Lake, CA | 3.8 mi | 4,820 |
| Mono Vista, CA | 5.6 mi | 3,646 |
| Jamestown, CA | 3.5 mi | 3,379 |
| East Sonora, CA | 0.7 mi | 2,672 |
| Twain Harte, CA | 8.5 mi | 2,502 |
| Columbia, CA | 3.9 mi | 2,086 |
| Soulsbyville, CA | 5.9 mi | 2,063 |
| Tuolumne City, CA | 7.2 mi | 1,414 |
| Cedar Ridge, CA | 7.6 mi | 1,267 |
| Tuttletown, CA | 4.8 mi | 770 |
| Chinese Camp, CA | 8.5 mi | 146 |
| Vallecito, CA | 9.2 mi | 132 |
…and 37 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Sonora office
- The Sonora 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 Sonora office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 397-4125 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 397-4125 (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 Sonora, this is the closest office for about 49 surrounding communities, including East Sonora, Jamestown, Phoenix Lake, Columbia, Tuttletown. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Modesto, about 43 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.