Saint Clair Shores Social Security Office
19503 E. Eight Mile Rd., Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Saint Clair Shores Social Security office is one of 43 field offices in Michigan. It is the closest office for residents of Saint Clair Shores and 8 nearby communities, roughly 153,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Roseville, about 4.4 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 8
- people in service area
- 153K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.4 mi
- offices in Michigan
- 43
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 845-0540
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
Saint Clair Shores 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) 845-0540 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 Saint Clair Shores office
- The office (SSA's 'Detroit East' field office) is on East Eight Mile Road in Saint Clair Shores, just northeast of Detroit.
- Accessible parking is available near the entrance.
Saint Clair Shores office location
Services at the Saint Clair Shores Social Security office
Staff at the Saint Clair Shores 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 Saint Clair Shores office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Saint Clair Shores office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 8 surrounding communities, the largest is St. Clair Shores (58,200 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| St. Clair Shores, MI | 3.8 mi | 58,200 |
| Eastpointe, MI | 1.8 mi | 34,037 |
| Grosse Pointe Woods, MI | 1.2 mi | 16,266 |
| Harper Woods, MI | 1.2 mi | 15,275 |
| Grosse Pointe Park, MI | 5.2 mi | 11,419 |
| Grosse Pointe Farms, MI | 3.4 mi | 10,004 |
| Grosse Pointe, MI | 4.5 mi | 5,584 |
| Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI | 3 mi | 2,613 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Saint Clair Shores office
- The Saint Clair Shores 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 Saint Clair Shores office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 845-0540 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 845-0540, or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Saint Clair Shores, this is the closest office for about 8 surrounding communities, including Grosse Pointe Woods, Harper Woods, Eastpointe, Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, Grosse Pointe Farms. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Roseville, about 4.4 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.