Richmond, IN Social Security office at 500 North A St, 47374
500 North A Street, Richmond, IN 47374
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Richmond Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Indiana, serving Wayne County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Richmond and 50 nearby communities, roughly 80,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Dayton, about 34 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 50
- people in service area
- 80K
- to next-nearest office
- 34 mi
- offices in Indiana
- 26
- county
- Wayne County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 446-6190
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Richmond 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) 446-6190 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 Richmond office
- The Richmond office is located in Downtown Richmond on the corner of north A and 5th Streets (near the Post office and Library), at 500 north A Street.
- From interstate 70, exit US highway 27 S, turn west on north A Street,then turn north on 5th Street.
- From US highway 40,travel to Downtown Richmond then turn north on 5th Street.
Richmond office location
Services at the Richmond Social Security office
Staff at the Richmond 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 Richmond 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Grove, IN | Richmond office | 1.2 mi |
| Centerville, IN | Richmond office | 5.5 mi |
| New Paris, OH | Richmond office | 5.7 mi |
| Boston, IN | Richmond office | 6.6 mi |
| Whitewater, IN | Richmond office | 8.6 mi |
| Fountain City, IN | Richmond office | 8.7 mi |
| Greens Fork, IN | Richmond office | 8.9 mi |
| Dixon, OH | Richmond office | 11.6 mi |
| Eldorado, OH | Richmond office | 12.7 mi |
| Hollansburg, OH | Richmond office | 12.7 mi |
| East Germantown, IN | Richmond office | 12.9 mi |
| Liberty, IN | Richmond office | 13.6 mi |
Show all 40 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Madison, OH | Richmond office | 13.7 mi |
| Milton, IN | Richmond office | 14.1 mi |
| Economy, IN | Richmond office | 14.4 mi |
| Lake Lakengren, OH | Richmond office | 14.5 mi |
| Cambridge City, IN | Richmond office | 14.7 mi |
| West Manchester, OH | Richmond office | 15.1 mi |
| Hagerstown, IN | Richmond office | 15.2 mi |
| Lynn, IN | Richmond office | 15.3 mi |
| Mount Auburn, IN | Richmond office | 15.7 mi |
| Castine, OH | Richmond office | 15.9 mi |
| Gasper, OH | Richmond office | 16.5 mi |
| Dublin, IN | Richmond office | 16.7 mi |
| Israel, OH | Richmond office | 17 mi |
| Palestine, OH | Richmond office | 17.1 mi |
| Wayne Lakes, OH | Richmond office | 18 mi |
| Connersville, IN | Richmond office | 18.5 mi |
| College Corner, OH | Richmond office | 18.6 mi |
| West College Corner, IN | Richmond office | 18.7 mi |
| Ithaca, OH | Richmond office | 19.5 mi |
| Neave, OH | Richmond office | 19.5 mi |
| Straughn, IN | Richmond office | 21.1 mi |
| Lewisville, IN | Richmond office | 24.4 mi |
| Glenwood, IN | Richmond office | 25.9 mi |
| Union City, OH | Richmond office | 25.9 mi |
| Union City, IN | Richmond office | 26 mi |
| Laurel, IN | Richmond office | 27.6 mi |
| Metamora, IN | Richmond office | 29.4 mi |
| Rushville, IN | Richmond office | 33.1 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Richmond office
- The Richmond 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 Richmond office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 446-6190 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 446-6190 (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 Richmond, this is the closest office for about 50 surrounding communities, including Spring Grove, Centerville, New Paris, Boston, Jefferson. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Dayton, about 34 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.