Starkville Social Security Office
1089c Stark Rd, Starkville, MS 39759
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Starkville Social Security office is one of 23 field offices in Mississippi, serving Oktibbeha County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Starkville and 16 nearby communities, roughly 15,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Columbus, about 24 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 16
- people in service area
- 15K
- to next-nearest office
- 24 mi
- offices in Mississippi
- 23
- county
- Oktibbeha County
Phone
- Local:
- (800) 305-6919
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Starkville 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 (800) 305-6919 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 Starkville office
- Highway 12 West;take Stark Road to the north; 2nd Bldg past Rick's Furniture, approximately 1/2 mile from Highway 12 on the left.
- From Highway 82 take Stark Road to the south; go 1/4 mile and office located after the Crossgates Apartment's turn on the right.
Starkville office location
Services at the Starkville Social Security office
Staff at the Starkville 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 Starkville office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Starkville office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 16 surrounding communities, the largest is Mississippi State (3,494 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi State, MS | 3.2 mi | 3,494 |
| Eupora, MS | 25 mi | 1,949 |
| Ackerman, MS | 21.4 mi | 1,536 |
| Brooksville, MS | 21.5 mi | 902 |
| Mathiston, MS | 17.1 mi | 852 |
| Maben, MS | 15.2 mi | 784 |
| Crawford, MS | 17 mi | 421 |
| Artesia, MS | 12 mi | 304 |
| Longview, MS | 5.6 mi | 270 |
| Mantee, MS | 22.6 mi | 239 |
| Sturgis, MS | 13.8 mi | 210 |
| Pheba, MS | 10.7 mi | 78 |
…and 4 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Starkville office
- The Starkville 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 Starkville office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (800) 305-6919 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (800) 305-6919 (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 Starkville, this is the closest office for about 16 surrounding communities, including Mississippi State, Longview, Pheba, Artesia, Sturgis. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Columbus, about 24 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.