Joliet Social Security Office
552 Houbolt Rd, Joliet, IL 60431
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Joliet Social Security office is one of 47 field offices in Illinois, serving Kendall County / Will County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Joliet and 69 nearby communities, roughly 680,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Woodridge, about 18 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 69
- people in service area
- 680K
- to next-nearest office
- 18 mi
- offices in Illinois
- 47
- county
- Kendall County / Will County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 783-7302
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-815-729-2895
Joliet 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) 783-7302 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 Joliet office
- Eff Monday 062711.
- Office is located near the Galowich Ymca.
- Office is on Houbolt between Forest View and Mcdonough Streets.
- From the south, we are 1 mile north of I-80 Interchange at Houbolt.
- From the north, the office is 1/2 Mi.
- South of Jefferson (US Rt.52).
- From the west and I-55, exit US 52 and go east to Houbolt, make A right.
- Pace Bus route 501.
Joliet office location
Services at the Joliet Social Security office
Staff at the Joliet 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 Joliet office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Joliet office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 69 surrounding communities, the largest is Joliet (Township) (85,116 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Joliet (Township), IL | 4.4 mi | 85,116 |
| Plainfield (Township), IL | 5.9 mi | 82,572 |
| Troy, IL | 1.5 mi | 49,550 |
| Crest Hill, IL | 4.7 mi | 20,293 |
| Shorewood, IL | 1.8 mi | 18,254 |
| Channahon (Township), IL | 6.3 mi | 10,678 |
| Ingalls Park, IL | 6.5 mi | 3,022 |
| Fairmont, IL | 6.4 mi | 2,690 |
| Preston Heights, IL | 4.7 mi | 2,529 |
| Rockdale, IL | 2.8 mi | 1,990 |
| Crystal Lawns, IL | 4.1 mi | 1,943 |
| Sunnyland, IL | 4.5 mi | 565 |
…and 57 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Joliet office
- The Joliet 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 Joliet office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 783-7302 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 783-7302 (TTY 1-815-729-2895), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Joliet, this is the closest office for about 69 surrounding communities, including Troy, Shorewood, Rockdale, Crystal Lawns, Joliet (Township). There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Woodridge, about 18 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.