Lawrence Social Security Office
1440 Wakarusa, Ste 200, Lawrence, KS 66049
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Lawrence Social Security office is one of 11 field offices in Kansas, serving Osborne County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Lawrence and 91 nearby communities, roughly 118,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Topeka, about 26 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 91
- people in service area
- 118K
- to next-nearest office
- 26 mi
- offices in Kansas
- 11
- county
- Osborne County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 698-2561
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Lawrence 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) 698-2561 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 Lawrence office
- Wakarusa drive Crosses 6th Street, Bob Billings Parkway (Aka 15th St), and Clinton Parkway (Aka 23rd St).
- Our office Complex is on the Northeast corner of Wakarusa drive and Bob Billings Parkway Aka 15th St.
- Our building is the one on the north side of the parking Lot.
Lawrence office location
Services at the Lawrence Social Security office
Staff at the Lawrence 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 Lawrence office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Lawrence office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 91 surrounding communities, the largest is Wakarusa (2,113 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Wakarusa, KS | 4 mi | 2,113 |
| Lecompton (Township), KS | 8.1 mi | 1,658 |
| Willow Springs, KS | 10.7 mi | 1,528 |
| Kanwaka, KS | 5.9 mi | 1,449 |
| Reno, KS | 10.6 mi | 1,410 |
| Sarcoxie, KS | 10.3 mi | 1,003 |
| Perry, KS | 9.4 mi | 858 |
| Rural, KS | 8.5 mi | 797 |
| Clinton, KS | 6.8 mi | 629 |
| Lecompton, KS | 7.6 mi | 592 |
| Grant, KS | 6 mi | 383 |
| Williamstown, KS | 7.3 mi | 129 |
…and 79 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Lawrence office
- The Lawrence 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 Lawrence office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 698-2561 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 698-2561 (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 Lawrence, this is the closest office for about 91 surrounding communities, including Wakarusa, Kanwaka, Grant, Clinton, Williamstown. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Topeka, about 26 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.