Ashland Social Security Office
1405 Greenup Avenue, Room 132, Ashland, KY 41101
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Ashland Social Security office is one of 25 field offices in Kentucky, serving Boyd County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Ashland and 11 nearby communities, roughly 30,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Ironton, about 4.4 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 11
- people in service area
- 30K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.4 mi
- offices in Kentucky
- 25
- county
- Boyd County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 269-3993
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-648-6056
Ashland 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) 269-3993 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 Ashland office
- Located Carl Perkins Federal Court House 1405 Greenup Avenue Ashland Ky we can handle your needs online or by Phone, but if you need to visit our office, the best time to do so is Tuesday and Friday.
- Schedule Concurrent Dib Claims in one time Slot.
Ashland office location
Services at the Ashland Social Security office
Staff at the Ashland 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 Ashland office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Ashland office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 11 surrounding communities, the largest is Perry (6,427 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Perry, KY | 2.9 mi | 6,427 |
| Westwood, KY | 1.6 mi | 4,654 |
| South Point, KY | 5.2 mi | 3,772 |
| Grayson, KY | 19.6 mi | 3,710 |
| Kenova, KY | 6.6 mi | 2,978 |
| Lawrence, KY | 7.7 mi | 2,333 |
| Coal Grove, KY | 1.6 mi | 1,868 |
| Catlettsburg, KY | 5.7 mi | 1,737 |
| Ironville, KY | 3.3 mi | 1,028 |
| Bellefonte, KY | 2.8 mi | 910 |
| Cannonsburg, KY | 7.2 mi | 676 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Ashland office
- The Ashland 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 Ashland office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 269-3993 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 269-3993 (TTY 1-800-648-6056), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Ashland, this is the closest office for about 11 surrounding communities, including Westwood, Coal Grove, Bellefonte, Perry, Ironville. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Ironton, about 4.4 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.