Sterling Heights Social Security Office
7385 Triangle Drive, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Sterling Heights Social Security office is one of 43 field offices in Michigan, serving Macomb County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Sterling Heights and 5 nearby communities, roughly 126,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Roseville, about 8.3 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 5
- people in service area
- 126K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.3 mi
- offices in Michigan
- 43
- county
- Macomb County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 619-4768
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Sterling Heights 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 (888) 619-4768 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 Sterling Heights office
- We are located 1/4 mile south of Hall Road, between Utica and Van Dyke Road, on Triangle drive.
- We are across from the Small Shopping Plaza.
Sterling Heights office location
Services at the Sterling Heights Social Security office
Staff at the Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Sterling Heights office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 5 surrounding communities, the largest is Shelby (79,485 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby, MI | 3.9 mi | 79,485 |
| Washington, MI | 10.3 mi | 28,320 |
| Bruce, MI | 15.8 mi | 9,574 |
| Utica, MI | 0.7 mi | 5,177 |
| Romeo, MI | 12.9 mi | 3,731 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Sterling Heights office
- The Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 619-4768 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 619-4768 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Sterling Heights, this is the closest office for about 5 surrounding communities, including Utica, Shelby, Washington, Romeo, Bruce. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Roseville, about 8.3 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.