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Alton, IL Social Security office at 501 Belle St, 62002

501 Belle St, Room 103 Federal Bldg, Alton, IL 62002

Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026

The Alton Social Security office is one of 47 field offices in Illinois, serving Madison County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Alton and 65 nearby communities, roughly 270,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Florissant, about 9.3 miles away.

nearby towns served
65
people in service area
270K
to next-nearest office
9.3 mi
offices in Illinois
47
county
Madison County

Address

501 Belle St
Room 103 Federal Bldg
Alton, IL 62002

Get directions

Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-618-463-6597
Fax: (833) 950-3115

Alton office hours

Hours below

Open 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 (855) 285-6006 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 Alton office

We are located Downtown in the Alton Federal building at 5th and Belle Sts we are five blocks north of the Alton Belle Casino Gambling Boat on Highway 67 (Piasa Street).

Alton office location

38.89290, -90.18737 View on OpenStreetMap →

Services at the Alton Social Security office

Staff at the Alton 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 Alton 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
Alton (Township), IL Alton office 2.1 mi
West Alton, MO Alton office 2.7 mi
East Alton, IL Alton office 4.2 mi
Godfrey, IL Alton office 4.3 mi
Wood River, IL Alton office 5.3 mi
Rosewood Heights, IL Alton office 5.5 mi
Wood River (Township), IL Alton office 6 mi
Hartford, IL Alton office 6.4 mi
Roxana, IL Alton office 6.7 mi
Foster, IL Alton office 6.8 mi
Bethalto, IL Alton office 8 mi
South Roxana, IL Alton office 8 mi
Show all 65 nearby towns closest to this office
Nearby town Closest office Distance
Portage Des Sioux, MO Alton office 8.6 mi
Chouteau, IL Alton office 9 mi
Moro, IL Alton office 9.2 mi
Piasa, IL Alton office 9.4 mi
Elsah Township, IL Alton office 9.5 mi
Elsah, IL Alton office 10.2 mi
Brighton, IL Alton office 10.5 mi
Fort Russell, IL Alton office 11 mi
Moro Township, IL Alton office 11.3 mi
Brighton Township, IL Alton office 11.7 mi
Mississippi, IL Alton office 12.6 mi
Edwardsville Township, IL Alton office 13 mi
Holiday Shores, IL Alton office 13.4 mi
Edwardsville, IL Alton office 13.8 mi
Grafton, IL Alton office 14.2 mi
Bunker Hill Township, IL Alton office 14.4 mi
Prairietown, IL Alton office 15.1 mi
Otterville, IL Alton office 15.7 mi
Otter Creek, IL Alton office 15.9 mi
Bunker Hill, IL Alton office 16.4 mi
Fidelity Township, IL Alton office 16.7 mi
Shipman Township, IL Alton office 17 mi
Hamel Township, IL Alton office 17.1 mi
Shipman, IL Alton office 17.3 mi
Jerseyville, IL Alton office 17.4 mi
Omphghent, IL Alton office 17.7 mi
Fidelity, IL Alton office 18 mi
Pin Oak, IL Alton office 18.2 mi
Hamel, IL Alton office 18.4 mi
Jersey, IL Alton office 18.7 mi
Worden, IL Alton office 18.9 mi
Medora, IL Alton office 19.8 mi
English, IL Alton office 21.2 mi
Ruyle, IL Alton office 22.1 mi
Kane, IL Alton office 22.4 mi
Kane Township, IL Alton office 24.4 mi
Rockbridge, IL Alton office 26 mi
Rockbridge Township, IL Alton office 27.6 mi
Woodville, IL Alton office 29 mi
Linder, IL Alton office 29.1 mi
Carrollton, IL Alton office 30.6 mi
Greenfield, IL Alton office 31.2 mi
Carrollton Township, IL Alton office 33 mi
Eldred, IL Alton office 33.6 mi
Bluffdale, IL Alton office 34.6 mi
Wrights, IL Alton office 35 mi
White Hall Township, IL Alton office 38.3 mi
White Hall, IL Alton office 39.3 mi
Walkerville, IL Alton office 40.1 mi
Hillview, IL Alton office 42.9 mi
Patterson, IL Alton office 43.7 mi
Wilmington, IL Alton office 43.7 mi
Pearl, IL Alton office 45.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions about the Alton office

What are the hours of the Alton Social Security office?
The Alton 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 Alton office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 285-6006 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Alton Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (855) 285-6006 (TTY 1-618-463-6597), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Alton Social Security office serve?
Besides Alton, this is the closest office for about 65 surrounding communities, including Alton (Township), West Alton, East Alton, Godfrey, Wood River. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Alton?
The next-closest field office is in Florissant, about 9.3 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Alton office?
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.