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Bay City, MI Social Security office at 1115 Washington Ave, 48708

1115 Washington Ave, Bay City, MI 48708

Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026

The Bay City Social Security office is one of 43 field offices in Michigan, serving Bay County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Bay City and 82 nearby communities, roughly 193,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Saginaw, about 12 miles away.

nearby towns served
82
people in service area
193K
to next-nearest office
12 mi
offices in Michigan
43
county
Bay County

Address

1115 Washington Ave
Bay City, MI 48708

Get directions

Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-989-892-7848
Fax: (833) 950-2134

Bay City office hours

Hours below

Open 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) 366-4924 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 Bay City office

The office is at the corner of Washington and second.

Bay City office location

43.60167, -83.88763 View on OpenStreetMap →

Services at the Bay City Social Security office

Staff at the Bay City 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.

Closest Social Security office for nearby towns

These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Bay City office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.

Nearby town Closest office Distance
Essexville, MI Bay City office 2.5 mi
Bangor, MI Bay City office 3.5 mi
Portsmouth, MI Bay City office 4.2 mi
Monitor, MI Bay City office 5.1 mi
Hampton, MI Bay City office 5.9 mi
Frankenlust, MI Bay City office 6.2 mi
Kawkawlin, MI Bay City office 8.2 mi
Merritt, MI Bay City office 9 mi
Auburn, MI Bay City office 9.1 mi
Williams, MI Bay City office 11.4 mi
Beaver, MI Bay City office 12.5 mi
Wisner, MI Bay City office 12.6 mi
Show all 66 nearby towns closest to this office
Nearby town Closest office Distance
Fraser, MI Bay City office 13.7 mi
Gilford, MI Bay City office 14 mi
Garfield, MI Bay City office 16.1 mi
Midland, MI Bay City office 17.3 mi
Larkin, MI Bay City office 17.5 mi
Midland Charter Township, MI Bay City office 17.6 mi
Pinconning, MI Bay City office 17.8 mi
Fairgrove, MI Bay City office 18.1 mi
Akron Township, MI Bay City office 18.5 mi
Akron, MI Bay City office 18.8 mi
Pinconning Township, MI Bay City office 19.2 mi
Fairgrove Township, MI Bay City office 19.4 mi
Mills, MI Bay City office 21.2 mi
Mount Forest, MI Bay City office 21.4 mi
Unionville, MI Bay City office 21.4 mi
Sebewaing, MI Bay City office 23.6 mi
Almer, MI Bay City office 24.4 mi
Standish Township, MI Bay City office 24.4 mi
Fairhaven, MI Bay City office 24.7 mi
Bentley, MI Bay City office 25.1 mi
Sebewaing Township, MI Bay City office 25.4 mi
Caro, MI Bay City office 25.7 mi
Indianfields, MI Bay City office 26.5 mi
Ellington, MI Bay City office 30.7 mi
Bay Port, MI Bay City office 30.9 mi
Owendale, MI Bay City office 32.2 mi
Gagetown, MI Bay City office 32.4 mi
Winsor, MI Bay City office 33 mi
Caseville Township, MI Bay City office 33.2 mi
Pigeon, MI Bay City office 34.6 mi
Sims, MI Bay City office 34.6 mi
Cass City, MI Bay City office 35.7 mi
Elkland, MI Bay City office 35.8 mi
Novesta, MI Bay City office 36.1 mi
Kingston Township, MI Bay City office 37.2 mi
Elkton, MI Bay City office 38.4 mi
Caseville, MI Bay City office 38.7 mi
Oliver, MI Bay City office 38.7 mi
Greenleaf, MI Bay City office 42.6 mi
Meade, MI Bay City office 45.4 mi
Bad Axe, MI Bay City office 46.4 mi
Ubly, MI Bay City office 48.4 mi
Hume, MI Bay City office 48.7 mi
Verona, MI Bay City office 49.9 mi
Kinde, MI Bay City office 50.2 mi
Dwight, MI Bay City office 53.7 mi
Port Austin, MI Bay City office 54.1 mi
Sigel, MI Bay City office 55.1 mi
Pointe Aux Barques, MI Bay City office 56.3 mi
Bloomfield, MI Bay City office 56.8 mi
Port Austin Township, MI Bay City office 58.6 mi
Huron, MI Bay City office 59.1 mi
Port Hope, MI Bay City office 63.1 mi
Gore, MI Bay City office 63.3 mi

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Frequently asked questions about the Bay City office

What are the hours of the Bay City Social Security office?
The Bay City 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 Bay City office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 366-4924 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Bay City Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (866) 366-4924 (TTY 1-989-892-7848), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Bay City Social Security office serve?
Besides Bay City, this is the closest office for about 82 surrounding communities, including Essexville, Bangor, Portsmouth, Monitor, Hampton. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Bay City?
The next-closest field office is in Saginaw, about 12 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Bay City office?
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.