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Independence, KS Social Security office at 2125 N Penn Ave, 67301

2125 N Penn Ave, Suite A, Independence, KS 67301

Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026

The Independence Social Security office is one of 11 field offices in Kansas, serving Washington County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Independence and 147 nearby communities, roughly 94,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Bartlesville, about 37 miles away.

nearby towns served
147
people in service area
94K
to next-nearest office
37 mi
offices in Kansas
11
county
Washington County

Address

2125 N Penn Ave
Suite A
Independence, KS 67301

Get directions

Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-800-325-0778
Fax: (833) 950-2340

Independence office hours

Hours below

Open 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 (877) 512-3855 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 Independence office

  • We are located on US highway 75 on north end of Town at the intersection of Penn and Mulberry.
  • We are just north of Mercy Fit for Life Club in the old Sirloin Stockade Restaurant building.

Independence office location

37.24613, -95.70628 View on OpenStreetMap →

Services at the Independence Social Security office

Staff at the Independence 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 Independence 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
Independence (Township), KS Independence office 5.2 mi
West Cherry, KS Independence office 5.4 mi
Sycamore (Township), KS Independence office 5.6 mi
Drum Creek, KS Independence office 6.3 mi
Liberty (Township), KS Independence office 8.3 mi
Cherryvale, KS Independence office 8.6 mi
Cherry, KS Independence office 9.2 mi
Rutland, KS Independence office 10.5 mi
Elk City, KS Independence office 11.7 mi
Neodesha, KS Independence office 12 mi
Wayside, KS Independence office 12.4 mi
Neodesha Township, KS Independence office 12.8 mi
Show all 109 nearby towns closest to this office
Nearby town Closest office Distance
Dearing, KS Independence office 13 mi
Lafontaine, KS Independence office 13 mi
Fawn Creek, KS Independence office 13.3 mi
Talleyrand, KS Independence office 13.3 mi
Mound Valley Township, KS Independence office 14.3 mi
Newark, KS Independence office 15 mi
Coffeyville, KS Independence office 15.3 mi
Tyro, KS Independence office 15.7 mi
Caney Township, KS Independence office 16.2 mi
Canada, KS Independence office 16.8 mi
Havana, KS Independence office 16.8 mi
Mound Valley, KS Independence office 16.8 mi
Dennis, KS Independence office 17.6 mi
South Coffeyville, OK Independence office 18 mi
Shiloh, KS Independence office 18.2 mi
Oak Valley, KS Independence office 18.4 mi
Altoona, KS Independence office 19.4 mi
Niotaze, KS Independence office 20.7 mi
Fredonia, KS Independence office 21 mi
Thayer, KS Independence office 21.4 mi
Longton, KS Independence office 22.5 mi
Altamont, KS Independence office 22.8 mi
Edna, KS Independence office 23 mi
Longton Township, KS Independence office 23.4 mi
Peru, KS Independence office 24 mi
Elm Grove, KS Independence office 24.8 mi
Guilford, KS Independence office 24.8 mi
Lafayette, KS Independence office 24.9 mi
Ladore, KS Independence office 25.3 mi
Parsons, KS Independence office 25.3 mi
Painterhood, KS Independence office 25.5 mi
New Albany, KS Independence office 25.6 mi
Benedict, KS Independence office 26.3 mi
Earlton, KS Independence office 27 mi
Urbana, KS Independence office 27.4 mi
Sedan, KS Independence office 27.7 mi
Elk Falls, KS Independence office 27.8 mi
Canville, KS Independence office 28.1 mi
North, KS Independence office 28.3 mi
Labette, KS Independence office 28.8 mi
Elk Falls Township, KS Independence office 29.1 mi
South Mound, KS Independence office 29.4 mi
Fall River, KS Independence office 30.6 mi
Verdigris, KS Independence office 31.8 mi
Coyville, KS Independence office 32.2 mi
Howard Township, KS Independence office 32.5 mi
Chanute, KS Independence office 32.9 mi
Erie Township, KS Independence office 33 mi
Erie, KS Independence office 33.8 mi
Moline, KS Independence office 33.8 mi
Salt Springs, KS Independence office 34.2 mi
Howard, KS Independence office 34.3 mi
St Paul, KS Independence office 34.8 mi
Paw Paw, KS Independence office 36.2 mi
Wildcat, KS Independence office 36.2 mi
Tioga, KS Independence office 36.4 mi
Walnut Grove, KS Independence office 38 mi
Severy, KS Independence office 38.7 mi
Twin Grove, KS Independence office 39.4 mi
Logan, KS Independence office 40.1 mi
Cottage Grove, KS Independence office 40.2 mi
Toronto, KS Independence office 40.4 mi
Toronto Township, KS Independence office 41 mi
Pleasant Grove, KS Independence office 41.1 mi
Grenola, KS Independence office 41.5 mi
Humboldt, KS Independence office 41.7 mi
Greenfield, KS Independence office 42.2 mi
Fall River Township, KS Independence office 42.8 mi
Climax, KS Independence office 43.3 mi
Stark, KS Independence office 43.5 mi
Humboldt Township, KS Independence office 43.6 mi
Yates Center, KS Independence office 43.9 mi
Union Center, KS Independence office 44 mi
Piedmont, KS Independence office 44.6 mi
Salem, KS Independence office 45.4 mi
Neal, KS Independence office 45.5 mi
Quincy, KS Independence office 45.9 mi
Iola Township, KS Independence office 47.3 mi
Piqua, KS Independence office 47.7 mi
Bassett, KS Independence office 48.3 mi
Neosho Falls Township, KS Independence office 48.8 mi
Bachelor, KS Independence office 49 mi
Iola, KS Independence office 49.8 mi
Elm, KS Independence office 50.8 mi
Gas, KS Independence office 50.8 mi
La Harpe, KS Independence office 51.4 mi
Neosho Falls, KS Independence office 53.1 mi
Virgil, KS Independence office 53.4 mi
Geneva, KS Independence office 53.8 mi
Carlyle, KS Independence office 54.2 mi
Hamilton, KS Independence office 56.5 mi
Leroy, KS Independence office 58 mi
Leroy Township, KS Independence office 58.6 mi
Spring Creek, KS Independence office 58.7 mi
Gridley, KS Independence office 59.6 mi
Indian Creek, KS Independence office 59.8 mi
Shell Rock, KS Independence office 61.5 mi

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Frequently asked questions about the Independence office

What are the hours of the Independence Social Security office?
The Independence 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 Independence office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 512-3855 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Independence Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (877) 512-3855 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Independence Social Security office serve?
Besides Independence, this is the closest office for about 147 surrounding communities, including Independence (Township), West Cherry, Sycamore, Sycamore (Township), Drum Creek. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Independence?
The next-closest field office is in Bartlesville, about 37 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Independence office?
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.