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Peru, IL Social Security office at 915 Wenzel Rd, 61354

915 Wenzel Rd, Peru, IL 61354

Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026

The Peru Social Security office is one of 47 field offices in Illinois, serving Bureau County / LaSalle County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Peru and 133 nearby communities, roughly 246,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Sterling, about 42 miles away.

nearby towns served
133
people in service area
246K
to next-nearest office
42 mi
offices in Illinois
47
county
Bureau County / LaSalle County

Address

915 Wenzel Rd
Peru, IL 61354

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Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-815-223-3583
Fax: (833) 950-3445

Peru 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) 245-0640 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 Peru office

  • Moved 022706-Fm I80-1 1/2 miles south on Route 251-signs Say 36th St/wenzel Rd-turn left and go 1 mile-at Flashing stop-We're on left side.
  • In Town-signs Say 36th St and Wenzel Rd-go 1 mile-at Flashing stop-We're on left side.

Peru office location

41.35339, -89.11861 View on OpenStreetMap →

Services at the Peru Social Security office

Staff at the Peru 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 Peru 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
LaSalle, IL Peru office 2 mi
Peru (Township), IL Peru office 2.2 mi
Dalzell, IL Peru office 2.8 mi
LaSalle (Township), IL Peru office 3 mi
Dimmick, IL Peru office 4 mi
Spring Valley, IL Peru office 4.6 mi
Oglesby, IL Peru office 5 mi
North Utica, IL Peru office 5.1 mi
Hall, IL Peru office 5.5 mi
Ladd, IL Peru office 5.6 mi
Cedar Point, IL Peru office 6.2 mi
Utica, IL Peru office 6.9 mi
Show all 122 nearby towns closest to this office
Nearby town Closest office Distance
Cherry, IL Peru office 7.1 mi
Standard, IL Peru office 7.4 mi
Waltham, IL Peru office 7.7 mi
Eden, IL Peru office 8.1 mi
Granville Township, IL Peru office 8.1 mi
Troy Grove, IL Peru office 8.1 mi
Seatonville, IL Peru office 8.2 mi
Westfield, IL Peru office 8.4 mi
Granville, IL Peru office 8.5 mi
Mark, IL Peru office 9.2 mi
Hollowayville, IL Peru office 9.3 mi
Troy Grove Township, IL Peru office 9.5 mi
Tonica, IL Peru office 9.9 mi
De Pue, IL Peru office 10 mi
Arlington, IL Peru office 10.7 mi
Triumph, IL Peru office 11.3 mi
Selby, IL Peru office 11.5 mi
Vermillion, IL Peru office 11.6 mi
Ophir, IL Peru office 12 mi
Ottawa Township, IL Peru office 12.4 mi
Naplate, IL Peru office 12.5 mi
Wallace, IL Peru office 13 mi
Mcnabb, IL Peru office 13.1 mi
Bureau Junction, IL Peru office 13.2 mi
Hennepin Township, IL Peru office 13.2 mi
Leepertown, IL Peru office 13.4 mi
Leonore, IL Peru office 13.4 mi
Mendota, IL Peru office 13.4 mi
Hennepin, IL Peru office 13.5 mi
Berlin, IL Peru office 13.7 mi
Malden, IL Peru office 13.9 mi
South Ottawa, IL Peru office 13.9 mi
Clarion, IL Peru office 14 mi
Hope, IL Peru office 14.2 mi
Ottawa, IL Peru office 14.3 mi
La Moille, IL Peru office 14.9 mi
Lostant, IL Peru office 14.9 mi
Richland, IL Peru office 15.2 mi
Dover, IL Peru office 15.4 mi
Farm Ridge, IL Peru office 15.4 mi
Mendota Township, IL Peru office 15.4 mi
Magnolia Township, IL Peru office 15.6 mi
Dayton Township, IL Peru office 16.7 mi
Grand Ridge, IL Peru office 16.9 mi
Dayton, IL Peru office 17 mi
Magnolia, IL Peru office 17 mi
La Moille Township, IL Peru office 17.1 mi
Meriden, IL Peru office 17.2 mi
Princeton Township, IL Peru office 17.3 mi
Eagle, IL Peru office 17.9 mi
Harding, IL Peru office 17.9 mi
Princeton, IL Peru office 18 mi
Arispie, IL Peru office 18.2 mi
Fall River, IL Peru office 18.3 mi
Dover Township, IL Peru office 18.6 mi
Wedron, IL Peru office 18.8 mi
Bruce, IL Peru office 19 mi
Rutland Township, IL Peru office 19.1 mi
Earlville, IL Peru office 19.2 mi
Kangley, IL Peru office 19.2 mi
Sublette Township, IL Peru office 19.3 mi
Senachwine, IL Peru office 19.4 mi
Evans, IL Peru office 19.5 mi
Grand Rapids, IL Peru office 20.3 mi
Earl, IL Peru office 20.6 mi
Tiskilwa, IL Peru office 20.6 mi
Henry, IL Peru office 20.8 mi
Sublette, IL Peru office 20.8 mi
Serena Township, IL Peru office 21.2 mi
Henry Township, IL Peru office 21.3 mi
Wenona, IL Peru office 21.3 mi
Marseilles, IL Peru office 21.4 mi
Osage, IL Peru office 21.4 mi
Streator, IL Peru office 21.8 mi
Brooklyn, IL Peru office 22.1 mi
Serena, IL Peru office 22.1 mi
Varna, IL Peru office 22.6 mi
Wheatland, IL Peru office 22.8 mi
Hopewell Township, IL Peru office 23.2 mi
Wyanet Township, IL Peru office 23.4 mi
West Brooklyn, IL Peru office 23.5 mi
Compton, IL Peru office 23.6 mi
Reading, IL Peru office 23.6 mi
Wyoming, IL Peru office 23.6 mi
Wyanet, IL Peru office 24.1 mi
Indiantown, IL Peru office 24.2 mi
Bureau, IL Peru office 24.3 mi
Toluca, IL Peru office 24.3 mi
Leland, IL Peru office 24.4 mi
Miller, IL Peru office 24.9 mi
Paw Paw, IL Peru office 25.5 mi
Milo, IL Peru office 26.4 mi
Seneca, IL Peru office 26.4 mi
Bennington, IL Peru office 26.5 mi
Long Point, IL Peru office 26.8 mi
Groveland, IL Peru office 27.3 mi
Newtown, IL Peru office 27.3 mi
Ransom, IL Peru office 27.9 mi
Allen, IL Peru office 28.3 mi
Viola, IL Peru office 28.3 mi
Dana, IL Peru office 28.7 mi
Willow Creek, IL Peru office 28.7 mi
Buda, IL Peru office 29.1 mi
Long Point Township, IL Peru office 29.2 mi
Macon, IL Peru office 29.3 mi
Sunbury, IL Peru office 31.8 mi
Amity, IL Peru office 32.2 mi
Cornell, IL Peru office 32.3 mi
Neponset, IL Peru office 35.1 mi
Neponset Township, IL Peru office 35.4 mi

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Frequently asked questions about the Peru office

What are the hours of the Peru Social Security office?
The Peru 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 Peru office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 245-0640 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Peru Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (855) 245-0640 (TTY 1-815-223-3583), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Peru Social Security office serve?
Besides Peru, this is the closest office for about 133 surrounding communities, including LaSalle, Peru (Township), Dalzell, LaSalle (Township), Dimmick. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Peru?
The next-closest field office is in Sterling, about 42 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Peru 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.