Hammond Social Security Office
418 E Douglas Street, Hammond, IN 46320
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Hammond Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Indiana, serving Lake County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Hammond and 10 nearby communities, roughly 342,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Chicago Heights, about 8.4 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 10
- people in service area
- 342K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.4 mi
- offices in Indiana
- 26
- county
- Lake County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 512-3859
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-219-931-7416
Hammond 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 (877) 512-3859 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 Hammond office
- Downtown Hammond Indiana.
- 2 blocks east of St.
- Margaret's Hospital on the intersection of Hohman and Douglas Streets.
Hammond office location
Services at the Hammond Social Security office
Staff at the Hammond 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 Hammond office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Hammond office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 10 surrounding communities, the largest is Thornton (Township) (154,231 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton (Township), IN | 4.3 mi | 154,231 |
| Calumet City, IN | 1.6 mi | 35,159 |
| Lansing, IN | 3.6 mi | 28,379 |
| East Chicago, IN | 3.7 mi | 26,099 |
| Munster, IN | 3.5 mi | 23,761 |
| Highland, IN | 5.4 mi | 23,672 |
| South Holland, IN | 4.7 mi | 21,015 |
| Dolton, IN | 4.9 mi | 20,941 |
| Whiting, IN | 4.7 mi | 4,539 |
| Burnham, IN | 2.6 mi | 3,989 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Hammond office
- The Hammond 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 Hammond office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 512-3859 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 512-3859 (TTY 1-219-931-7416), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Hammond, this is the closest office for about 10 surrounding communities, including Calumet City, Burnham, Munster, Lansing, East Chicago. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Chicago Heights, about 8.4 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.