Louisville Social Security Office
601 W Broadway, Rm 101, Louisville, KY 40202
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Louisville Social Security office is one of 25 field offices in Kentucky, serving Jefferson County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Louisville and 32 nearby communities, roughly 101,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in New Albany, about 6.4 miles away.
- offices in Louisville
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 32
- people in service area
- 101K
- to next-nearest office
- 6.4 mi
- offices in Kentucky
- 25
- county
- Jefferson County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 716-9671
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-502-582-5238
Louisville 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) 716-9671 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 Louisville office
- Located on Broadway between 6th and 7th, on 1st floor of Gene Snyder Courthouse building.
- Parking Meters on Street.
- Pay parking Lots on Other side of Broadway.
- Entrance to building on 6th and Broadway front of building only.
- Handicapped Ramps on Both 6th and 7th St Sides of building.
- Passengers may be Dropped off at the building Main entrance.
Louisville office location
Services at the Louisville Social Security office
Staff at the Louisville 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 Louisville office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Louisville office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 32 surrounding communities, the largest is Jeffersonville (50,315 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville, KY | 2.5 mi | 50,315 |
| Shively, KY | 4.6 mi | 15,528 |
| Audubon Park, KY | 3.6 mi | 1,422 |
| Lynnview, KY | 5.5 mi | 939 |
| Rolling Fields, KY | 5.1 mi | 715 |
| Strathmoor Village, KY | 4.9 mi | 677 |
| Seneca Gardens, KY | 4.8 mi | 666 |
| Parkway Village, KY | 2.7 mi | 614 |
| Kingsley, KY | 5.2 mi | 393 |
| Strathmoor Manor, KY | 4.7 mi | 348 |
| Brownsboro Village, KY | 5.4 mi | 304 |
| Mockingbird Valley, KY | 4.7 mi | 175 |
…and 20 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Louisville
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Frequently asked questions about the Louisville office
- The Louisville 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 Louisville office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 716-9671 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 716-9671 (TTY 1-502-582-5238), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Louisville, this is the closest office for about 32 surrounding communities, including Jeffersonville, Parkway Village, Audubon Park, Shively, Mockingbird Valley. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in New Albany, about 6.4 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.