Peru Social Security Office
915 Wenzel Rd, Peru, IL 61354
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 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
Phone
- Local:
- (855) 245-0640
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-815-223-3583
Peru 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 (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
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.
Towns served by the Peru office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Peru office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 133 surrounding communities, the largest is LaSalle (Township) (13,292 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| LaSalle (Township), IL | 3 mi | 13,292 |
| Peru (Township), IL | 2.2 mi | 10,085 |
| LaSalle, IL | 2 mi | 9,499 |
| Hall, IL | 5.5 mi | 8,299 |
| Spring Valley, IL | 4.6 mi | 5,486 |
| Oglesby, IL | 5 mi | 3,660 |
| Utica, IL | 6.9 mi | 1,936 |
| Ladd, IL | 5.6 mi | 1,407 |
| North Utica, IL | 5.1 mi | 1,321 |
| Dimmick, IL | 4 mi | 744 |
| Dalzell, IL | 2.8 mi | 654 |
| Cedar Point, IL | 6.2 mi | 264 |
…and 121 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Peru 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- The next-closest field office is in Sterling, about 42 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.