Fort Collins, CO Social Security office at 301 S Howes St, 80521
301 S Howes St, 4th Floor, Fort Collins, CO 80521
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Fort Collins Social Security office is one of 14 field offices in Colorado. It is the closest office for residents of Fort Collins and 19 nearby communities, roughly 292,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Greeley, about 20 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 19
- people in service area
- 292K
- to next-nearest office
- 20 mi
- offices in Colorado
- 14
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 336-7385
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Fort Collins 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) 336-7385 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 Fort Collins office
- Office is located in the Fort Collins Federal building on the corner of W Olive and S Howes.
- Take W Mulberry to Mason, go 1 block north to W Magnolia, then left 1 block to S Howes.
- Parking Lots are located on Th E Southeast and Northwest Corners.
Fort Collins office location
Services at the Fort Collins Social Security office
Staff at the Fort Collins 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.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Fort Collins office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, | Fort Collins office | 0.2 mi |
| Laporte, | Fort Collins office | 4.2 mi |
| Timnath, | Fort Collins office | 7.2 mi |
| Wellington, | Fort Collins office | 9.1 mi |
| Loveland, | Fort Collins office | 12.8 mi |
| Nunn, | Fort Collins office | 17.8 mi |
| Estes Park, | Fort Collins office | 27.2 mi |
| Red Feather Lakes, | Fort Collins office | 30.7 mi |
| Woods Landing-Jelm, WY | Fort Collins office | 61.1 mi |
| Walden, | Fort Collins office | 63.8 mi |
| Fox Park, WY | Fort Collins office | 65.6 mi |
| Albany, WY | Fort Collins office | 68.8 mi |
Show all 19 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryan Park, WY | Fort Collins office | 90.3 mi |
| Steamboat Springs, | Fort Collins office | 92.2 mi |
| Riverside, WY | Fort Collins office | 98.9 mi |
| Encampment, WY | Fort Collins office | 99.1 mi |
| Hayden, | Fort Collins office | 114.4 mi |
| Dixon, WY | Fort Collins office | 132 mi |
| Baggs, WY | Fort Collins office | 138.3 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Fort Collins office
- The Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 336-7385 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 336-7385 (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 Fort Collins, this is the closest office for about 19 surrounding communities, including Fort Collins, Laporte, Timnath, Wellington, Loveland. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Greeley, about 20 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.