Bay City Social Security Office
1115 Washington Ave, Bay City, MI 48708
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 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
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 366-4924
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-989-892-7848
Bay City 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) 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
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.
Towns served by the Bay City office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Bay City office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 82 surrounding communities, the largest is Bangor (13,907 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Bangor, MI | 3.5 mi | 13,907 |
| Monitor, MI | 5.1 mi | 10,612 |
| Hampton, MI | 5.9 mi | 9,633 |
| Williams, MI | 11.4 mi | 5,014 |
| Kawkawlin, MI | 8.2 mi | 4,386 |
| Frankenlust, MI | 6.2 mi | 3,663 |
| Essexville, MI | 2.5 mi | 3,332 |
| Portsmouth, MI | 4.2 mi | 3,181 |
| Beaver, MI | 12.5 mi | 2,697 |
| Auburn, MI | 9.1 mi | 2,046 |
| Merritt, MI | 9 mi | 1,341 |
| Wisner, MI | 12.6 mi | 596 |
…and 70 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Bay City
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Frequently asked questions about the Bay City 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- The next-closest field office is in Saginaw, about 12 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.