Somerset Social Security Office
3975 S Highway 27, Somerset, KY 42501
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Somerset Social Security office is one of 25 field offices in Kentucky, serving Pulaski County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Somerset and 10 nearby communities, roughly 19,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Corbin, about 30 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 10
- people in service area
- 19K
- to next-nearest office
- 30 mi
- offices in Kentucky
- 25
- county
- Pulaski County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 714-0375
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Somerset 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 (877) 714-0375 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 Somerset office
Located off Highway 27 south to across from Mall and behind Bb and T Bank turn onto Access Road at Either Traffic light #22 or # 23.
Somerset office location
Services at the Somerset Social Security office
Staff at the Somerset 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 Somerset office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Somerset office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 10 surrounding communities, the largest is Monticello (5,694 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Monticello, KY | 19.4 mi | 5,694 |
| Russell Springs, KY | 25.5 mi | 2,742 |
| Mount Vernon, KY | 26.3 mi | 2,407 |
| Jamestown, KY | 24.5 mi | 1,828 |
| Albany, KY | 37.4 mi | 1,742 |
| Whitley City, KY | 24 mi | 1,633 |
| Ferguson, KY | 2 mi | 886 |
| Burnside, KY | 4.3 mi | 699 |
| Science Hill, KY | 9 mi | 658 |
| Eubank, KY | 16 mi | 323 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Somerset office
- The Somerset 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 Somerset office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 714-0375 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 714-0375 (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 Somerset, this is the closest office for about 10 surrounding communities, including Ferguson, Burnside, Science Hill, Eubank, Monticello. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Corbin, about 30 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.