Baton Rouge Social Security Office
4332 Harding Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70807
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Baton Rouge Social Security office is one of 21 field offices in Louisiana, serving East Baton Rouge Parish County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Baton Rouge and 20 nearby communities, roughly 103,000 people. Baton Rouge has more than one office, the next-closest is on 5455 Bankers Ave, about 6.6 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Baton Rouge
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 20
- people in service area
- 103K
- to next-nearest office
- 6.6 mi
- offices in Louisiana
- 21
- county
- East Baton Rouge Parish County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 487-0143
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-225-382-2082
Baton Rouge 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 (888) 487-0143 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 Baton Rouge office
Corner of Harding at Plank Road, Baton Rouge La 1/2 block west of Plank Road.
Baton Rouge office location
Services at the Baton Rouge Social Security office
Staff at the Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Baton Rouge office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 20 surrounding communities, the largest is Central (29,958 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Central, LA | 7 mi | 29,958 |
| Zachary, LA | 8.8 mi | 20,007 |
| Baker, LA | 4.8 mi | 12,434 |
| Merrydale, LA | 2.7 mi | 9,523 |
| Brownfields, LA | 2.1 mi | 5,936 |
| Monticello, LA | 6.3 mi | 4,926 |
| New Roads, LA | 21.2 mi | 4,379 |
| Erwinville, LA | 15.5 mi | 2,815 |
| Watson, LA | 12.2 mi | 1,225 |
| Slaughter, LA | 13.6 mi | 1,027 |
| Ventress, LA | 19.1 mi | 839 |
| Rosedale, LA | 18.9 mi | 629 |
…and 8 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Baton Rouge office
- The Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 487-0143 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 487-0143 (TTY 1-225-382-2082), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Baton Rouge, this is the closest office for about 20 surrounding communities, including Brownfields, Merrydale, Baker, Monticello, Central. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Baton Rouge has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 5455 Bankers Ave, about 6.6 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- 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.