Auburn Social Security Office
1240 S Grandstaff Dr, Auburn, IN 46706
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Auburn Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Indiana, serving DeKalb County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Auburn and 45 nearby communities, roughly 96,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Fort Wayne, about 25 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 45
- people in service area
- 96K
- to next-nearest office
- 25 mi
- offices in Indiana
- 26
- county
- DeKalb County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 829-2170
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-260-927-7250
Auburn 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) 829-2170 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 Auburn office
- From I-69 take exit Number 329 and go east to Grandstaff.
- Go south on Grandstaff about 1/2 mile.
- The office is located on the east side of the Street.
- From the east or west on State Road 8, turn south on Grandstaff.
- The office is located about 1/2 mile south on the east side of the Street.
Auburn office location
Services at the Auburn Social Security office
Staff at the Auburn 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 Auburn office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Auburn office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 45 surrounding communities, the largest is Kendallville (10,205 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Kendallville, IN | 11.6 mi | 10,205 |
| Huntertown, IN | 10.4 mi | 9,215 |
| Garrett, IN | 3.4 mi | 6,546 |
| Leo-Cedarville, IN | 10.5 mi | 3,662 |
| Butler, IN | 11.4 mi | 2,645 |
| Avilla, IN | 8.7 mi | 2,451 |
| Waterloo, IN | 5.7 mi | 2,114 |
| Grabill, IN | 11.6 mi | 1,125 |
| Ashley, IN | 11.2 mi | 1,032 |
| St. Joe, IN | 9.3 mi | 416 |
| Corunna, IN | 6.7 mi | 236 |
| Altona, IN | 4.4 mi | 213 |
…and 33 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Auburn
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Frequently asked questions about the Auburn office
- The Auburn 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 Auburn office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 829-2170 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 829-2170 (TTY 1-260-927-7250), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Auburn, this is the closest office for about 45 surrounding communities, including Garrett, Altona, Waterloo, Corunna, Avilla. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Fort Wayne, about 25 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.