Hartford Social Security Office
135 High St, Suite 101, Hartford, CT 06103
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Hartford Social Security office is one of 15 field offices in Connecticut, serving Hartford County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Hartford and 14 nearby communities, roughly 371,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in East Hartford, about 2.8 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 14
- people in service area
- 371K
- to next-nearest office
- 2.8 mi
- offices in Connecticut
- 15
- county
- Hartford County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 619-2851
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-860-525-4697
Hartford 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) 619-2851 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 Hartford office
- Fo located on Main Street in the old G Fox building up on the 2nd floor- Talcott Plaza parking Garage Attached to building but Very Expensive.
- Several open Air Lots Nearby.
- Parking Meters Designated for Disabled on Main and Market Street.
Hartford office location
Services at the Hartford Social Security office
Staff at the Hartford 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 Hartford office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Hartford office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 14 surrounding communities, the largest is Hartford (Town) (120,576 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford (Town), CT | 0.5 mi | 120,576 |
| West Hartford, CT | 4.3 mi | 63,973 |
| West Hartford (CDP), CT | 3.6 mi | 63,023 |
| Wethersfield, CT | 4.6 mi | 27,124 |
| Wethersfield (CDP), CT | 3.9 mi | 26,068 |
| Simsbury, CT | 10.8 mi | 24,807 |
| Bloomfield, CT | 6.3 mi | 21,480 |
| Simsbury Center, CT | 10.4 mi | 6,271 |
| East Granby, CT | 11.8 mi | 5,180 |
| Blue Hills, CT | 3.3 mi | 2,600 |
| Weatogue, CT | 9.6 mi | 2,396 |
| Tariffville, CT | 10.7 mi | 1,810 |
…and 2 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Hartford office
- The Hartford 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 Hartford office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 619-2851 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 619-2851 (TTY 1-860-525-4697), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Hartford, this is the closest office for about 14 surrounding communities, including Hartford (Town), Blue Hills, West Hartford (CDP), Wethersfield (CDP), West Hartford. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in East Hartford, about 2.8 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.