Baton Rouge, LA Social Security office at 5455 Bankers Ave, 70808
5455 Bankers Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 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 30 nearby communities, roughly 170,000 people. Baton Rouge has more than one office, the next-closest is on 4332 Harding Blvd, about 6.6 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Baton Rouge
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 30
- people in service area
- 170K
- to next-nearest office
- 6.6 mi
- offices in Louisiana
- 21
- county
- East Baton Rouge Parish County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 613-3070
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
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 (866) 613-3070 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
Exit 158 from Ih 10 north on College drive turn right on Bankers Avenue to Big building with Green Roof and US Flag the best time to visit our office is Tuesday or Thursday for Other services: on-Line: www.social security.gov Phone: 800-772-1213.
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.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Baton Rouge office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westminster, LA | Baton Rouge office | 2.9 mi |
| Inniswold, LA | Baton Rouge office | 3.4 mi |
| Port Allen, LA | Baton Rouge office | 4.8 mi |
| Oak Hills Place, LA | Baton Rouge office | 5.4 mi |
| Gardere, LA | Baton Rouge office | 5.6 mi |
| Village St. George, LA | Baton Rouge office | 6 mi |
| Brusly, LA | Baton Rouge office | 7.5 mi |
| Old Jefferson, LA | Baton Rouge office | 7.6 mi |
| Shenandoah, LA | Baton Rouge office | 8.1 mi |
| Addis, LA | Baton Rouge office | 9.3 mi |
| Plaquemine, LA | Baton Rouge office | 11.2 mi |
| Denham Springs, LA | Baton Rouge office | 11.4 mi |
Show all 30 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Gabriel, LA | Baton Rouge office | 11.9 mi |
| Prairieville, LA | Baton Rouge office | 12.9 mi |
| Bayou Goula, LA | Baton Rouge office | 15.1 mi |
| Crescent, LA | Baton Rouge office | 15.4 mi |
| Walker, LA | Baton Rouge office | 16.8 mi |
| Dorseyville, LA | Baton Rouge office | 17.3 mi |
| White Castle, LA | Baton Rouge office | 17.8 mi |
| Grosse Tete, LA | Baton Rouge office | 17.9 mi |
| Port Vincent, LA | Baton Rouge office | 18.1 mi |
| Gonzales, LA | Baton Rouge office | 18.2 mi |
| French Settlement, LA | Baton Rouge office | 22.2 mi |
| Darrow, LA | Baton Rouge office | 23.1 mi |
| Sorrento, LA | Baton Rouge office | 23.4 mi |
| Donaldsonville, LA | Baton Rouge office | 24 mi |
| Lemannville, LA | Baton Rouge office | 25.6 mi |
| Union, LA | Baton Rouge office | 27.2 mi |
| Welcome, LA | Baton Rouge office | 29.9 mi |
| Romeville, LA | Baton Rouge office | 30.5 mi |
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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 (866) 613-3070 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 613-3070 (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 Baton Rouge, this is the closest office for about 30 surrounding communities, including Westminster, Inniswold, Port Allen, Oak Hills Place, Gardere. 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 4332 Harding Blvd, 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.