Mount Vernon Social Security Office
105 S 6th St, Federal Building Room 103, Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Mount Vernon Social Security office is one of 47 field offices in Illinois, serving Jefferson County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Mount Vernon and 125 nearby communities, roughly 165,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in West Frankfort, about 29 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 125
- people in service area
- 165K
- to next-nearest office
- 29 mi
- offices in Illinois
- 47
- county
- Jefferson County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 931-2549
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Mount Vernon 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) 931-2549 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 Mount Vernon office
- The Mt.
- Vernon, Illinois Social Security office is located on State route 15 near the Downtown Area.
- I-57,i-64, and State route 37 All Intersect route 15 west of our Location.
- A Visitor coming to Mt.
- Vernon on Any of these routes should exit onto State route 15 and proceed east , continuing 3 blocks east of the Court House.
- The office is located on the first floor of the Federal building at 105 S.
- 6th Street.
- The Visitor parking Lot is on the east side of the building.
Mount Vernon office location
Services at the Mount Vernon Social Security office
Staff at the Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Mount Vernon office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 125 surrounding communities, the largest is Mount Vernon (Township) (12,397 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon (Township), IL | 2.4 mi | 12,397 |
| Shiloh, IL | 4.8 mi | 6,556 |
| Dodds, IL | 4.5 mi | 2,693 |
| Webber, IL | 8 mi | 2,121 |
| Rome, IL | 8.7 mi | 1,642 |
| Field, IL | 8.1 mi | 1,490 |
| McClellan, IL | 6.3 mi | 1,205 |
| Pendleton, IL | 9 mi | 1,141 |
| Woodlawn, IL | 7.4 mi | 607 |
| Dix, IL | 8.8 mi | 460 |
| Bonnie, IL | 8 mi | 370 |
| Opdyke, IL | 7.1 mi | 303 |
…and 113 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Mount Vernon office
- The Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 931-2549 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 931-2549 (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 Mount Vernon, this is the closest office for about 125 surrounding communities, including Mount Vernon (Township), Dodds, Shiloh, McClellan, Opdyke. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in West Frankfort, about 29 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.