Detroit, MI Social Security office at 7800 W. Outer Dr, 48235
7800 W. Outer Dr, Suite 375, Detroit, MI 48235
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Detroit Social Security office is one of 43 field offices in Michigan, serving Wayne County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Detroit and 3 nearby communities, roughly 108,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Redford, about 5.0 miles away.
- offices in Detroit
- 4
- nearby towns served
- 3
- people in service area
- 108K
- to next-nearest office
- 5.0 mi
- offices in Michigan
- 43
- county
- Wayne County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 365-6741
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
Detroit 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) 365-6741 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 Detroit office
- The office is in Suite 375, at the northeast corner of West Outer Drive and the Southfield Freeway (M-39) in northwest Detroit.
- Parking is available on-site.
Detroit office location
Services at the Detroit Social Security office
Staff at the Detroit 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 Detroit 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Park, MI | Detroit office | 3.2 mi |
| Royal Oak (Charter Township), MI | Detroit office | 3.3 mi |
| Southfield, MI | Detroit office | 3.8 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Detroit office
- The Detroit 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 Detroit office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 365-6741 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 365-6741, or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Detroit, this is the closest office for about 3 surrounding communities, including Oak Park, Royal Oak (Charter Township), Southfield. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Redford, about 5.0 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.