Houma, LA Social Security office at 178 Civic Center Blvd, 70360
178 Civic Center Blvd, Ste 100, Houma, LA 70360
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Houma Social Security office is one of 21 field offices in Louisiana, serving Terrebonne Parish County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Houma and 29 nearby communities, roughly 125,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Morgan City, about 29 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 29
- people in service area
- 125K
- to next-nearest office
- 29 mi
- offices in Louisiana
- 21
- county
- Terrebonne Parish County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 899-5631
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Houma 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) 899-5631 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 Houma office
- Most Business can be Handled online or by Phone.
- If you need to visit our office the best time to do so is Tuesday and Friday.
- The office is located on the corner of Civic Center Boulevard and Valhi Boulevard one block south of highway 311- behind the Houma Civic Center and Main Library.
Houma office location
Services at the Houma Social Security office
Staff at the Houma 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 Houma 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bayou Cane, LA | Houma office | 3.2 mi |
| Bayou Blue, LA | Houma office | 5 mi |
| Presquille, LA | Houma office | 5.1 mi |
| Bourg, LA | Houma office | 7.8 mi |
| Gray, LA | Houma office | 8.7 mi |
| Lockport Heights, LA | Houma office | 11.9 mi |
| Schriever, LA | Houma office | 12.1 mi |
| Lockport, LA | Houma office | 12.2 mi |
| Montegut, LA | Houma office | 12.7 mi |
| Raceland, LA | Houma office | 12.7 mi |
| Chauvin, LA | Houma office | 12.8 mi |
| Lafourche Crossing, LA | Houma office | 13 mi |
Show all 29 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mathews, LA | Houma office | 13.1 mi |
| Dulac, LA | Houma office | 13.4 mi |
| Bayou Country Club, LA | Houma office | 14.1 mi |
| Thibodaux, LA | Houma office | 15.8 mi |
| Choctaw, LA | Houma office | 17.9 mi |
| Kraemer, LA | Houma office | 19.8 mi |
| Larose, LA | Houma office | 20.9 mi |
| Chackbay, LA | Houma office | 21.2 mi |
| Cut Off, LA | Houma office | 23.6 mi |
| South Vacherie, LA | Houma office | 23.9 mi |
| Pleasure Bend, LA | Houma office | 24.1 mi |
| Moonshine, LA | Houma office | 26.9 mi |
| Galliano, LA | Houma office | 27.6 mi |
| St James, LA | Houma office | 28.3 mi |
| Hester, LA | Houma office | 30.8 mi |
| Convent, LA | Houma office | 30.9 mi |
| Golden Meadow, LA | Houma office | 31.5 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Houma office
- The Houma 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 Houma office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 899-5631 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 899-5631 (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 Houma, this is the closest office for about 29 surrounding communities, including Bayou Cane, Bayou Blue, Presquille, Bourg, Gray. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Morgan City, about 29 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.