Abingdon Social Security Office
Corporate Center Dr, 3435a Box Hill, Abingdon, MD 21009
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Abingdon Social Security office is one of 23 field offices in Maryland, serving Harford County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Abingdon and 31 nearby communities, roughly 222,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Baltimore, about 12 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 31
- people in service area
- 222K
- to next-nearest office
- 12 mi
- offices in Maryland
- 23
- county
- Harford County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 701-2142
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Abingdon 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) 701-2142 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 Abingdon office
- From Route 24 take Emmorton Road (Route 924).
- Go to Box Hill south Parkway which is approximately 1/2 block from Giant.
- Turn onto Box Hill south Parkway to the first Street on your right.
- This is Box Hill Corporate Center drive.
- Make A right and go to the first Driveway on your left.
- A sign will be Posted Showing Social Security Administration.
- Make A left and the office is the first suite (suite A).
Abingdon office location
Services at the Abingdon Social Security office
Staff at the Abingdon 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 Abingdon office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Abingdon office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 31 surrounding communities, the largest is Bel Air South (55,024 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Bel Air South, MD | 2.9 mi | 55,024 |
| Bel Air North, MD | 7 mi | 30,639 |
| Edgewood, MD | 3.4 mi | 25,065 |
| Aberdeen, MD | 8.1 mi | 16,889 |
| Joppatowne, MD | 2.7 mi | 12,833 |
| Bel Air, MD | 5.3 mi | 10,715 |
| Fallston, MD | 6.5 mi | 9,118 |
| Riverside, MD | 3.4 mi | 5,888 |
| Kingsville, MD | 6.1 mi | 4,649 |
| Pleasant Hills, MD | 4.8 mi | 4,017 |
| Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD | 9.2 mi | 2,724 |
| Perryman, MD | 5.4 mi | 2,397 |
…and 19 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Abingdon office
- The Abingdon 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 Abingdon office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 701-2142 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 701-2142 (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 Abingdon, this is the closest office for about 31 surrounding communities, including Joppatowne, Bel Air South, Edgewood, Riverside, Pleasant Hills. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Baltimore, about 12 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.