Meriden Social Security Office
Suite 212, 321 Research Parkway, Meriden, CT 06451
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Meriden Social Security office is one of 15 field offices in Connecticut, serving New Haven County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Meriden and 8 nearby communities, roughly 208,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Middletown, about 8.0 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 8
- people in service area
- 208K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.0 mi
- offices in Connecticut
- 15
- county
- New Haven County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 409-8429
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 203-639-1224
Meriden 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) 409-8429 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 Meriden office
- Located at the intersection of west MAIN ST and COLONY ST in DOWNTOWN MERIDEN across the STREET from the MERIDEN SENIOR CENTER ONSITE parking not available but parking for PERSONS W/DISABILITIES on STREET in front of building.
- FREE PUBLIC parking for ALL is available one block north of the office on north COLONY ST next to the CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.
Meriden office location
Services at the Meriden Social Security office
Staff at the Meriden 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 Meriden office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Meriden office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 8 surrounding communities, the largest is Meriden (Town) (60,517 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Meriden (Town), CT | 0.5 mi | 60,517 |
| Wallingford, CT | 5.5 mi | 44,194 |
| Southington, CT | 6.2 mi | 43,500 |
| Cheshire, CT | 5.5 mi | 28,628 |
| Wallingford Center, CT | 6.2 mi | 18,948 |
| Cheshire Village, CT | 5.4 mi | 6,491 |
| Middlefield, CT | 4.7 mi | 4,274 |
| Plantsville, CT | 5.6 mi | 1,923 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Meriden office
- The Meriden 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 Meriden office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 409-8429 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 409-8429 (TTY 203-639-1224), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Meriden, this is the closest office for about 8 surrounding communities, including Meriden (Town), Middlefield, Cheshire Village, Cheshire, Wallingford. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Middletown, 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.