Ontario Social Security Office
908 SE 5th Avenue, Ontario, OR 97914
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Ontario Social Security office is one of 16 field offices in Oregon, serving Malheur County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Ontario and 24 nearby communities, roughly 40,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Caldwell, about 28 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 24
- people in service area
- 40K
- to next-nearest office
- 28 mi
- offices in Oregon
- 16
- county
- Malheur County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 403-8016
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Ontario 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) 403-8016 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 Ontario office
- From I84 take exit 376 to Downtown Ontario on Highway 30.
- Turn left onto Se 3rd St.
- Turn left onto Se 5th Avenue and proceed to the office located on the right Hand side of the Street.
Ontario office location
Services at the Ontario Social Security office
Staff at the Ontario 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 Ontario office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Ontario office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 24 surrounding communities, the largest is Payette (8,415 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Payette, OR | 4.1 mi | 8,415 |
| Fruitland, OR | 2 mi | 6,454 |
| Weiser, OR | 15.9 mi | 5,810 |
| Nyssa, OR | 10.2 mi | 3,207 |
| Vale, OR | 14.4 mi | 1,899 |
| New Plymouth, OR | 7.5 mi | 1,535 |
| Huntington, OR | 27.6 mi | 507 |
| Cambridge, OR | 40.5 mi | 347 |
| Annex, OR | 15.2 mi | 246 |
| Midvale, OR | 33 mi | 204 |
| Harper, OR | 34.4 mi | 104 |
| Brogan, OR | 32 mi | 21 |
…and 12 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Ontario
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Frequently asked questions about the Ontario office
- The Ontario 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 Ontario office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 403-8016 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 403-8016 (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 Ontario, this is the closest office for about 24 surrounding communities, including Fruitland, Payette, New Plymouth, Nyssa, Vale. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Caldwell, about 28 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.