Cedar Rapids Social Security Office
3165 Williams Blvd SW, Ste 100, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Cedar Rapids Social Security office is one of 17 field offices in Iowa, serving Linn County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Cedar Rapids and 52 nearby communities, roughly 105,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Coralville, about 21 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 52
- people in service area
- 105K
- to next-nearest office
- 21 mi
- offices in Iowa
- 17
- county
- Linn County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 495-0088
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Cedar Rapids 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) 495-0088 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 Cedar Rapids office
- The office is located on Williams Boulevard Sw next to the Dupaco Credit Union.
- From the south take Highway 30 west to Edgewood Road, Edgewood north A Short distance to Williams Boulevard.
- The office will be on the right.
- From the north take first Avenue south.
- It turns into Williams Boulevard Sw.
- Stay on Williams Boulevard past 16th Avenue, turn left at the intersection with Dupaco Credit Union.
Cedar Rapids office location
Services at the Cedar Rapids Social Security office
Staff at the Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Cedar Rapids office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 52 surrounding communities, the largest is Marion (41,703 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Marion, IA | 7.8 mi | 41,703 |
| Hiawatha, IA | 5.5 mi | 7,147 |
| Robins, IA | 8.1 mi | 3,331 |
| Fairfax, IA | 4.5 mi | 2,860 |
| Ely, IA | 8.9 mi | 2,346 |
| Atkins, IA | 8.1 mi | 2,098 |
| Palo, IA | 8.5 mi | 1,404 |
| Walford, IA | 8.2 mi | 1,367 |
| Swisher, IA | 7.9 mi | 919 |
| Shueyville, IA | 8.3 mi | 736 |
| Norway, IA | 11.4 mi | 468 |
| Bertram, IA | 9.1 mi | 266 |
…and 40 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Cedar Rapids office
- The Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 495-0088 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 495-0088 (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 Cedar Rapids, this is the closest office for about 52 surrounding communities, including Fairfax, Hiawatha, Marion, Swisher, Atkins. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Coralville, about 21 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.