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Columbus, IN Social Security office at 2535 Arnold St, 47203

2535 Arnold Street, Columbus, IN 47203

Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026

The Columbus Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Indiana, serving Bartholomew County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Columbus and 31 nearby communities, roughly 113,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Bloomington, about 35 miles away.

nearby towns served
31
people in service area
113K
to next-nearest office
35 mi
offices in Indiana
26
county
Bartholomew County

Address

2535 Arnold Street
Columbus, IN 47203

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Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-800-325-0778
Fax: (833) 950-2162

Columbus 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 (866) 755-0990 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 Columbus office

  • I65s take US 31S exit and go 7 miles to Central Avenue.
  • Turn left onto Central Avenue following it Until it turns into Arnold Street.
  • From I65n take route 46E exit to 2nd Street.
  • Follow 2nd Street Until it turns into Central Avenue, continue on Central Avenue Until it turns into Arnold Street.

Columbus office location

39.25326, -85.89599 View on OpenStreetMap →

Services at the Columbus Social Security office

Staff at the Columbus 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 Columbus 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
Clifford, IN Columbus office 2.5 mi
Taylorsville, IN Columbus office 4.2 mi
Hope, IN Columbus office 7.5 mi
Edinburgh, IN Columbus office 7.6 mi
Elizabethtown, IN Columbus office 9.3 mi
Hartsville, IN Columbus office 10.6 mi
Cordry Sweetwater Lakes, IN Columbus office 12.4 mi
Prince's Lakes, IN Columbus office 13.2 mi
Jonesville, IN Columbus office 13.3 mi
Scipio, IN Columbus office 15.4 mi
Trafalgar, IN Columbus office 17.7 mi
Franklin, IN Columbus office 17.9 mi
Show all 31 nearby towns closest to this office
Nearby town Closest office Distance
Westport, IN Columbus office 18.1 mi
Country Squire Lakes, IN Columbus office 18.4 mi
Waldron, IN Columbus office 18.5 mi
St Paul, IN Columbus office 18.7 mi
Shelbyville, IN Columbus office 19.6 mi
Seymour, IN Columbus office 20.3 mi
Hayden, IN Columbus office 20.4 mi
Morgantown, IN Columbus office 21.2 mi
Greensburg, IN Columbus office 22.8 mi
Freetown, IN Columbus office 23 mi
Millhousen, IN Columbus office 25 mi
Manilla, IN Columbus office 26.6 mi
Brownstown, IN Columbus office 27 mi
Milroy, IN Columbus office 28.3 mi
Vallonia, IN Columbus office 30.1 mi
New Point, IN Columbus office 30.6 mi
Clarksburg, IN Columbus office 31.8 mi
Lake Santee, IN Columbus office 33.3 mi
Batesville, IN Columbus office 36.6 mi

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Frequently asked questions about the Columbus office

What are the hours of the Columbus Social Security office?
The Columbus 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 Columbus office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 755-0990 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Columbus Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (866) 755-0990 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Columbus Social Security office serve?
Besides Columbus, this is the closest office for about 31 surrounding communities, including Clifford, Taylorsville, Hope, Edinburgh, Elizabethtown. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Columbus?
The next-closest field office is in Bloomington, about 35 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Columbus 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.