Saginaw Social Security Office
611 E. Genesee Ave., Saginaw, MI 48607
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Saginaw Social Security office is one of 43 field offices in Michigan, serving Saginaw County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Saginaw and 39 nearby communities, roughly 178,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Bay City, about 12 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 39
- people in service area
- 178K
- to next-nearest office
- 12 mi
- offices in Michigan
- 43
- county
- Saginaw County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 405-5868
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-989-759-0035
Saginaw 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) 405-5868 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 Saginaw office
- Office is located at the Corners of Genesee Avenue, Warren and Weadock St.
- The office is located on Genesee Avenue across from the Police Station, 4 blocks south of the I-675 bypass.
- Parking is available in front of T he office with Access from Weadock St.
Saginaw office location
Services at the Saginaw Social Security office
Staff at the Saginaw 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 Saginaw office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Saginaw office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 39 surrounding communities, the largest is Saginaw (Charter Township) (41,446 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Saginaw (Charter Township), MI | 4.6 mi | 41,446 |
| Bridgeport (Charter Township), MI | 6.5 mi | 10,017 |
| Buena Vista (Charter Township), MI | 4 mi | 7,610 |
| Shields, MI | 6.2 mi | 7,301 |
| Buena Vista, MI | 2 mi | 6,401 |
| Bridgeport, MI | 5.7 mi | 6,208 |
| Carrollton, MI | 1.9 mi | 5,696 |
| Kochville, MI | 5.7 mi | 5,055 |
| Spaulding, MI | 6.8 mi | 1,958 |
| Zilwaukee, MI | 3.1 mi | 1,521 |
| Robin Glen-Indiantown, MI | 5.1 mi | 710 |
| Zilwaukee (Township), MI | 5.2 mi | 61 |
…and 27 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Saginaw office
- The Saginaw 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 Saginaw office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 405-5868 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 405-5868 (TTY 1-989-759-0035), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Saginaw, this is the closest office for about 39 surrounding communities, including Carrollton, Buena Vista, Zilwaukee, Buena Vista (Charter Township), Saginaw (Charter Township). There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Bay City, 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.