Fall River Social Security Office
400 North Main Street, Fall River, MA 02720
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Fall River Social Security office is one of 30 field offices in Massachusetts, serving Bristol County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Fall River and 10 nearby communities, roughly 128,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in New Bedford, about 13 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 10
- people in service area
- 128K
- to next-nearest office
- 13 mi
- offices in Massachusetts
- 30
- county
- Bristol County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 964-3967
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-508-324-0864
Fall River 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) 964-3967 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 Fall River office
- Corner of north Main St.
- And Walnut Street to Diagonal from Fall River Children's Museum.
Fall River office location
Services at the Fall River Social Security office
Staff at the Fall River 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 Fall River office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Fall River office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 10 surrounding communities, the largest is Bristol (22,226 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol, MA | 6.5 mi | 22,226 |
| Somerset, MA | 2.2 mi | 18,250 |
| Somerset (CDP), MA | 4.5 mi | 18,160 |
| Swansea, MA | 4.6 mi | 17,259 |
| Tiverton, MA | 7.1 mi | 16,261 |
| Warren, MA | 5.5 mi | 11,245 |
| Freetown, MA | 8.6 mi | 9,202 |
| Tiverton (CDP), MA | 6.4 mi | 7,996 |
| North Westport, MA | 4.7 mi | 4,787 |
| Ocean Grove, MA | 3.2 mi | 2,434 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Fall River office
- The Fall River 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 Fall River office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-3967 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 964-3967 (TTY 1-508-324-0864), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Fall River, this is the closest office for about 10 surrounding communities, including Somerset, Ocean Grove, Somerset (CDP), Swansea, North Westport. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in New Bedford, about 13 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.