Fairmont Social Security Office
400 S. State St, Suite 70, Fairmont, MN 56031
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Fairmont Social Security office is one of 17 field offices in Minnesota, serving Martin County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Fairmont and 113 nearby communities, roughly 50,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Mankato, about 42 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 113
- people in service area
- 50K
- to next-nearest office
- 42 mi
- offices in Minnesota
- 17
- county
- Martin County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 405-0414
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Fairmont 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) 405-0414 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 Fairmont office
- From I-90 south on Highway 15 to the corner of Blue Earth Avenue and State St.
- Continue on State Street Until the five Lakes Centre Mall Appears (on the right).
- Ssa office is located on the south end of the five Lakes Centre Mall on the Same end as Anytime Fitness and the US Postal office.
Fairmont office location
Services at the Fairmont Social Security office
Staff at the Fairmont 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 Fairmont office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Fairmont office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 113 surrounding communities, the largest is Welcome (705 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome, MN | 8.6 mi | 705 |
| Silver Lake, MN | 7.4 mi | 454 |
| Rutland, MN | 4.9 mi | 372 |
| Fairmont (Township), MN | 2.7 mi | 308 |
| Granada, MN | 6 mi | 287 |
| Fraser, MN | 7.4 mi | 271 |
| Westford, MN | 10.1 mi | 254 |
| Rolling Green, MN | 5.9 mi | 246 |
| Tenhassen, MN | 9.8 mi | 231 |
| Pleasant Prairie, MN | 6.7 mi | 224 |
| Northrop, MN | 6 mi | 221 |
| Center Creek, MN | 8.7 mi | 214 |
…and 101 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Fairmont office
- The Fairmont 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 Fairmont office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 405-0414 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 405-0414 (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 Fairmont, this is the closest office for about 113 surrounding communities, including Fairmont (Township), Rutland, Rolling Green, Granada, Northrop. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Mankato, about 42 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.