Forest Social Security Office
558 Deer Field Drive, Forest, MS 39074
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Forest Social Security office is one of 23 field offices in Mississippi, serving Scott County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Forest and 15 nearby communities, roughly 14,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Philadelphia, about 36 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 15
- people in service area
- 14K
- to next-nearest office
- 36 mi
- offices in Mississippi
- 23
- county
- Scott County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 829-2497
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Forest 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 (866) 829-2497 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 Forest office
- 1 mile north of I20 to the west off Highway 35.
- Next door to Win Job Center.
- Our Addr is Wrong or Missing on Many Online/gps Maps-please have Themcall US for Directions if needed.
Forest office location
Services at the Forest Social Security office
Staff at the Forest 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 Forest office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Forest office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 15 surrounding communities, the largest is Morton (3,615 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Morton, MS | 9.9 mi | 3,615 |
| Newton, MS | 18.9 mi | 3,137 |
| Pelahatchie, MS | 18.5 mi | 1,264 |
| Conehatta, MS | 13.5 mi | 1,239 |
| Hillsboro, MS | 7.5 mi | 1,090 |
| Polkville, MS | 16.4 mi | 594 |
| Walnut Grove, MS | 16.5 mi | 481 |
| Lake, MS | 10.1 mi | 471 |
| Harperville, MS | 9.8 mi | 365 |
| Sebastopol, MS | 17.3 mi | 263 |
| Lena, MS | 18.3 mi | 148 |
| Montrose, MS | 21.5 mi | 105 |
…and 3 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Forest office
- The Forest 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 Forest office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 829-2497 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 829-2497 (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 Forest, this is the closest office for about 15 surrounding communities, including Hillsboro, Harperville, Morton, Lake, Conehatta. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Philadelphia, about 36 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.