Escanaba Social Security Office
1013 1st Ave North, Escanaba, MI 49829
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Escanaba Social Security office is one of 43 field offices in Michigan, serving Delta County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Escanaba and 51 nearby communities, roughly 71,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Marinette, about 53 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 51
- people in service area
- 71K
- to next-nearest office
- 53 mi
- offices in Michigan
- 43
- county
- Delta County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 545-5503
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Escanaba 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) 545-5503 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 Escanaba office
- US 2 to Ludington St east: go east on Ludington St to north 11th St.
- Tur N on one Way north on 11th St one block to 1st Avenue north.
- Se corner of 11th and 1st Avenue is where Ssa is located.
- Questions Regarding Wi State Supplement Payments should be Directed to 8 00-362-3002.
Escanaba office location
Services at the Escanaba Social Security office
Staff at the Escanaba 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 Escanaba office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Escanaba office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 51 surrounding communities, the largest is Gladstone (5,248 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Gladstone, MI | 7.6 mi | 5,248 |
| Wells, MI | 5.9 mi | 4,857 |
| Escanaba (Township), MI | 8.8 mi | 3,493 |
| Harris, MI | 16.2 mi | 2,103 |
| Ford River, MI | 9.8 mi | 2,024 |
| Bark River, MI | 11.5 mi | 1,595 |
| Brampton, MI | 11.6 mi | 1,026 |
| Ensign, MI | 12.7 mi | 744 |
| Baldwin, MI | 17.7 mi | 698 |
| Cornell, MI | 16.4 mi | 564 |
| Bay de Noc, MI | 7.3 mi | 299 |
| Rapid River, MI | 13.3 mi | 279 |
…and 39 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Escanaba office
- The Escanaba 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 Escanaba office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 545-5503 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 545-5503 (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 Escanaba, this is the closest office for about 51 surrounding communities, including Wells, Bay de Noc, Gladstone, Escanaba (Township), Ford River. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Marinette, about 53 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.