Michigan City Social Security Office
636 Pine Street, Michigan City, IN 46360
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Michigan City Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Indiana, serving LaPorte County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Michigan City and 16 nearby communities, roughly 39,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Valparaiso, about 16 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 16
- people in service area
- 39K
- to next-nearest office
- 16 mi
- offices in Indiana
- 26
- county
- LaPorte County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 248-2393
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Michigan City 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) 248-2393 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 Michigan City office
- Office located at corner of 7th St.
- And Pine St.
- In Downtown Michigan City, 1 block east of Franklin St.
- (Highway 421) and 3 blocks west of Michigan Boulevard.
- (Highway 35).
Michigan City office location
Services at the Michigan City Social Security office
Staff at the Michigan City 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 Michigan City office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Michigan City office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 16 surrounding communities, the largest is La Porte (22,383 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| La Porte, IN | 11.7 mi | 22,383 |
| New Buffalo (Township), IN | 10.4 mi | 2,440 |
| Trail Creek, IN | 2.4 mi | 2,055 |
| New Buffalo, IN | 9.6 mi | 1,690 |
| Long Beach, IN | 2.7 mi | 1,187 |
| Beverly Shores, IN | 4.4 mi | 601 |
| Town of Pines, IN | 3.9 mi | 595 |
| Rolling Prairie, IN | 14.9 mi | 408 |
| Michiana Shores, IN | 5.1 mi | 304 |
| Grand Beach, IN | 6.6 mi | 274 |
| Pottawattamie Park, IN | 1.7 mi | 244 |
| Michiana, IN | 5.5 mi | 214 |
…and 4 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Michigan City office
- The Michigan City 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 Michigan City office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 248-2393 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 248-2393 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Michigan City, this is the closest office for about 16 surrounding communities, including Pottawattamie Park, Trail Creek, Long Beach, Town of Pines, Beverly Shores. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Valparaiso, about 16 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.