How many Social Security offices are in Dorchester?

Dorchester, Massachusetts has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.

Do I need an appointment at the Dorchester office?

Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.

What should I bring to a Dorchester Social Security office?

Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.

What's the nearest Social Security office to Dorchester?

The closest field office outside Dorchester is in Roxbury, about 2.3 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a Dorchester office?

Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.

Social Security Offices in Dorchester, Massachusetts

1 office

Dorchester has one Social Security field office. It serves the city and the surrounding area, and is one of Massachusetts's 30 field offices. Its address, hours, phone number, and directions are below.

office in city: 1
to next-nearest city: 2.3 mi

The Dorchester office on the map

1 location, Social Security offices in Dorchester. Click a pin for the address and a link.

The Dorchester Social Security office

115 Freeport St Dorchester, MA 02122 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 931-2550 View office →

Visiting a Dorchester office

Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays. Check the exact hours on each office page above.
Skip the trip when you can: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.

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Dorchester Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in Dorchester?: Dorchester, Massachusetts has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at the Dorchester office?: Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.
What should I bring to a Dorchester Social Security office?: Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
What's the nearest Social Security office to Dorchester?: The closest field office outside Dorchester is in Roxbury, about 2.3 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a Dorchester office?: Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.