Rochester Social Security Office
206 Broadway Ave S, Suite 600, Rochester, MN 55906
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Rochester Social Security office is one of 17 field offices in Minnesota, serving Olmsted County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Rochester and 118 nearby communities, roughly 139,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Austin, about 38 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 118
- people in service area
- 139K
- to next-nearest office
- 38 mi
- offices in Minnesota
- 17
- county
- Olmsted County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 405-3631
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Rochester 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) 405-3631 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 Rochester office
- Our office is located just off County Road 22 Ne across from Rochester Century High School.
- Exit highway 52 at 37th Street Nw and go east for 3.6 miles.
- Turn right on 26th St Ne (by Kwik Trip), and then turn left on Clare Lane Ne.
- Our office is straight Ahead at the end of the Cul Desac.
Rochester office location
Services at the Rochester Social Security office
Staff at the Rochester 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 Rochester office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Rochester office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 118 surrounding communities, the largest is Marion (Township) (4,079 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Marion (Township), MN | 5.9 mi | 4,079 |
| Cascade, MN | 3.4 mi | 2,842 |
| Oronoco (Township), MN | 7.8 mi | 2,484 |
| Rochester (Township), MN | 6.5 mi | 2,126 |
| Oronoco, MN | 9.7 mi | 1,806 |
| Haverhill, MN | 3.1 mi | 1,485 |
| Kalmar, MN | 9.3 mi | 1,127 |
| Salem, MN | 10.3 mi | 1,092 |
| Viola, MN | 8.6 mi | 551 |
| Eyota (Township), MN | 9.8 mi | 494 |
| Farmington, MN | 7.6 mi | 399 |
| Marion, MN | 8.3 mi | 326 |
…and 106 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Rochester office
- The Rochester 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 Rochester office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 405-3631 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 405-3631 (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 Rochester, this is the closest office for about 118 surrounding communities, including Haverhill, Cascade, Marion (Township), Rochester (Township), Farmington. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Austin, about 38 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.