Terre Haute Social Security Office
222 Cherry St, Terre Haute, IN 47807
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Terre Haute Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Indiana, serving Vigo County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Terre Haute and 76 nearby communities, roughly 93,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Crawfordsville, about 47 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 76
- people in service area
- 93K
- to next-nearest office
- 47 mi
- offices in Indiana
- 26
- county
- Vigo County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 635-0282
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-812-234-4916
Terre Haute 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) 635-0282 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 Terre Haute office
- From I-70 exit Highway 41 north to Cherry St, which is one block north of Th E Vigo County Courthouse.
- Turn left (west) on Cherry St and Immediately get in the right Hand Lane.
- Office is the 1st Bld on the right.
Terre Haute office location
Services at the Terre Haute Social Security office
Staff at the Terre Haute 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 Terre Haute office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Terre Haute office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 76 surrounding communities, the largest is North Terre Haute (4,371 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| North Terre Haute, IN | 5.1 mi | 4,371 |
| West Terre Haute, IN | 1.9 mi | 2,144 |
| Seelyville, IN | 8.1 mi | 1,009 |
| St. Mary of the Woods, IN | 4.1 mi | 819 |
| Tecumseh, IN | 6.6 mi | 778 |
| Elbridge, IN | 10.2 mi | 679 |
| New Goshen, IN | 8.2 mi | 369 |
| Universal, IN | 10.8 mi | 281 |
| Riley, IN | 8.2 mi | 234 |
| Toad Hop, IN | 2.6 mi | 179 |
| Shepardsville, IN | 9.2 mi | 117 |
| Dresser, IN | 0.5 mi | 37 |
…and 64 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Terre Haute office
- The Terre Haute 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 Terre Haute office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 635-0282 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 635-0282 (TTY 1-812-234-4916), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Terre Haute, this is the closest office for about 76 surrounding communities, including Dresser, West Terre Haute, Toad Hop, St. Mary of the Woods, North Terre Haute. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Crawfordsville, about 47 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.