What are the hours of the Kankakee Social Security office?

The Kankakee 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 Kankakee office?

Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 807-8801 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.

What is the phone number for the Kankakee Social Security office?

You can reach the office at (855) 807-8801, or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.

Which towns does the Kankakee Social Security office serve?

Besides Kankakee, this is the closest office for about 111 surrounding communities, including Kankakee (Township), Bradley, Bourbonnais, Aroma Park, Bourbonnais (Township). There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.

Is there another Social Security office near Kankakee?

The next-closest field office is in Chicago Heights, about 31 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.

Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Kankakee 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.

Kankakee Social Security Office

630 E. Oak St., Kankakee, IL 60901

Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026

The Kankakee Social Security office is one of 47 field offices in Illinois, serving Kankakee County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Kankakee and 111 nearby communities, roughly 238,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Chicago Heights, about 31 miles away.

nearby towns served: 111
people in service area: 238K
to next-nearest office: 31 mi
offices in Illinois: 47
county: Kankakee County

Address

630 E. Oak St.
Kankakee, IL 60901

Get directions

Phone

Local:: (855) 807-8801
National:: 1-800-772-1213

Kankakee 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) 807-8801 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 Kankakee office

The office is at the corner of North Chicago Avenue and East Oak Street, a block north of Court Street, near the Kankakee County courthouse and post office.
It's just off Route 17 and about 2 miles from Interstate 57.

Kankakee office location

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Services at the Kankakee Social Security office

Staff at the Kankakee 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 Kankakee office

Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Kankakee office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 111 surrounding communities, the largest is Bourbonnais (Township) (39,397 residents):

Town	Distance	Population
Bourbonnais (Township), IL	3.7 mi	39,397
Kankakee (Township), IL	0.9 mi	24,320
Bourbonnais, IL	2.6 mi	18,854
Bradley, IL	1.5 mi	15,039
Limestone (Township), IL	5.3 mi	4,930
Aroma, IL	5 mi	4,826
Otto, IL	6.4 mi	2,108
Limestone, IL	5.8 mi	1,513
Aroma Park, IL	3.7 mi	643
Sun River Terrace, IL	6.4 mi	444
Sammons Point, IL	6.1 mi	207
Irwin, IL	8.1 mi	66

…and 99 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Frequently asked questions about the Kankakee office

What are the hours of the Kankakee Social Security office?: The Kankakee 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 Kankakee office?: Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 807-8801 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Kankakee Social Security office?: You can reach the office at (855) 807-8801, or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Kankakee Social Security office serve?: Besides Kankakee, this is the closest office for about 111 surrounding communities, including Kankakee (Township), Bradley, Bourbonnais, Aroma Park, Bourbonnais (Township). There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Kankakee?: The next-closest field office is in Chicago Heights, about 31 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Kankakee 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.