How many Social Security offices are in Ottumwa?

Ottumwa, Iowa has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.

Do I need an appointment at the Ottumwa office?

Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.

What should I bring to a Ottumwa Social Security office?

Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.

What's the nearest Social Security office to Ottumwa?

The closest field office outside Ottumwa is in Kirksville, about 59 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a Ottumwa office?

Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.

Social Security Offices in Ottumwa, Iowa

1 office · Wapello County

Ottumwa has one Social Security field office, in Wapello County. It serves the city and the surrounding area, the closest office for 69 nearby communities, and is one of Iowa's 17 field offices. Its address, hours, phone number, and directions are below.

office in city: 1
communities served: 69
people in service area: 65K
county: Wapello County
to next-nearest city: 59 mi

The Ottumwa office on the map

1 location, Social Security offices in Ottumwa. Click a pin for the address and a link.

The Ottumwa Social Security office

2429 Northgate St, Suite A Ottumwa, IA 52501 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 964-7394 View office →

Visiting a Ottumwa office

Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays. Check the exact hours on each office page above.
Skip the trip when you can: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.

Towns served by the Ottumwa office

Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Ottumwa office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 69 surrounding communities, the largest is Eddyville (965 residents):

Town	Distance	Population
Eddyville, IA	13.7 mi	965
Eldon, IA	13.4 mi	785
Hedrick, IA	10.1 mi	723
Fremont, IA	11.4 mi	699
Agency, IA	6.6 mi	619
Batavia, IA	13.3 mi	415
Blakesburg, IA	13 mi	272
Kirkville, IA	8.2 mi	156
Floris, IA	13.3 mi	116
Martinsburg, IA	12.3 mi	110
Chillicothe, IA	6.6 mi	76
Hayesville, IA	17.2 mi	44

…and 57 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Ottumwa Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in Ottumwa?: Ottumwa, Iowa has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at the Ottumwa office?: Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.
What should I bring to a Ottumwa Social Security office?: Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
What's the nearest Social Security office to Ottumwa?: The closest field office outside Ottumwa is in Kirksville, about 59 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a Ottumwa office?: Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.