St Petersburg, FL Social Security office at 30 Dr Mlk St S, 33701
30 Dr Mlk St S, St Petersburg, FL 33701
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The St Petersburg Social Security office is one of 40 field offices in Florida, serving Pinellas County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of St Petersburg and 39 nearby communities, roughly 482,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Tampa, about 14 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 39
- people in service area
- 482K
- to next-nearest office
- 14 mi
- offices in Florida
- 40
- county
- Pinellas County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 613-3965
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
St Petersburg 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) 613-3965 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 St Petersburg office
Office is located on the corner of Central Avenue and 9th St S (also Known as Dr Mlk St S).
St Petersburg office location
Services at the St Petersburg Social Security office
Staff at the St Petersburg 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 St Petersburg 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, FL | St Petersburg office | 3.8 mi |
| Lealman, FL | St Petersburg office | 4 mi |
| Bear Creek, FL | St Petersburg office | 5.1 mi |
| Kenneth City, FL | St Petersburg office | 5.5 mi |
| South Pasadena, FL | St Petersburg office | 5.7 mi |
| Pinellas Park, FL | St Petersburg office | 5.9 mi |
| St. Pete Beach, FL | St Petersburg office | 6.6 mi |
| West Lealman, FL | St Petersburg office | 6.6 mi |
| Tierra Verde, FL | St Petersburg office | 7.2 mi |
| Treasure Island, FL | St Petersburg office | 7.5 mi |
| Bay Pines, FL | St Petersburg office | 8.6 mi |
| Madeira Beach, FL | St Petersburg office | 9.4 mi |
Show all 39 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redington Beach, FL | St Petersburg office | 10.4 mi |
| North Redington Beach, FL | St Petersburg office | 11.1 mi |
| Ruskin, FL | St Petersburg office | 13.5 mi |
| Apollo Beach, FL | St Petersburg office | 14.6 mi |
| Memphis, FL | St Petersburg office | 17.1 mi |
| Anna Maria, FL | St Petersburg office | 17.4 mi |
| Palmetto, FL | St Petersburg office | 17.8 mi |
| Sun City Center, FL | St Petersburg office | 18.4 mi |
| West Bradenton, FL | St Petersburg office | 18.6 mi |
| Ellenton, FL | St Petersburg office | 18.7 mi |
| Bradenton, FL | St Petersburg office | 19.3 mi |
| Holmes Beach, FL | St Petersburg office | 19.5 mi |
| Cortez, FL | St Petersburg office | 21 mi |
| Bradenton Beach, FL | St Petersburg office | 21.3 mi |
| West Samoset, FL | St Petersburg office | 21.5 mi |
| South Bradenton, FL | St Petersburg office | 21.6 mi |
| Samoset, FL | St Petersburg office | 21.8 mi |
| Bayshore Gardens, FL | St Petersburg office | 24.1 mi |
| Whitfield, FL | St Petersburg office | 25.3 mi |
| Longboat Key, FL | St Petersburg office | 25.6 mi |
| Desoto Acres, FL | St Petersburg office | 28.1 mi |
| North Sarasota, FL | St Petersburg office | 28.5 mi |
| Lakewood Ranch, FL | St Petersburg office | 28.8 mi |
| Desoto Lakes, FL | St Petersburg office | 29.2 mi |
| Kensington Park, FL | St Petersburg office | 29.9 mi |
| The Meadows, FL | St Petersburg office | 30.3 mi |
| Sarasota, FL | St Petersburg office | 30.8 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the St Petersburg office
- The St Petersburg 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 St Petersburg office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 613-3965 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 613-3965 (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 St Petersburg, this is the closest office for about 39 surrounding communities, including Gulfport, Lealman, Bear Creek, Kenneth City, South Pasadena. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Tampa, about 14 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.