Westminster Social Security Office
125 Airport Dr, Unit 10, Westminster, MD 21157
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Westminster Social Security office is one of 23 field offices in Maryland, serving Carroll County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Westminster and 31 nearby communities, roughly 150,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Owings Mills, about 19 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 31
- people in service area
- 150K
- to next-nearest office
- 19 mi
- offices in Maryland
- 23
- county
- Carroll County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 694-5496
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Westminster 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) 694-5496 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 Westminster office
- From Westminster travel north on route 97 (Littlestown Pike) towards the Airport.
- Turn left onto Airport drive, left Again into Airpark Square.
- The office Faces Airport drive.
Westminster office location
Services at the Westminster Social Security office
Staff at the Westminster 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 Westminster office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Westminster office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 31 surrounding communities, the largest is West Manheim (9,274 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| West Manheim, MD | 10.3 mi | 9,274 |
| Parkville, MD | 12.2 mi | 7,345 |
| Taneytown, MD | 10 mi | 7,284 |
| Hampstead, MD | 7.9 mi | 6,303 |
| Manchester, MD | 7.2 mi | 5,445 |
| Littlestown, MD | 10.7 mi | 4,774 |
| Manheim, MD | 12.6 mi | 3,469 |
| Union, MD | 10.7 mi | 3,067 |
| Germany, MD | 10.6 mi | 2,839 |
| Pennville, MD | 12.7 mi | 2,274 |
| New Windsor, MD | 7.3 mi | 1,452 |
| Union Bridge, MD | 9.8 mi | 939 |
…and 19 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Westminster
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Frequently asked questions about the Westminster office
- The Westminster 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 Westminster office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 694-5496 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 694-5496 (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 Westminster, this is the closest office for about 31 surrounding communities, including Manchester, New Windsor, Hampstead, Union Bridge, Taneytown. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Owings Mills, about 19 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.