St Louis Social Security Office
717 N 16th Street, Suite 100, St Louis, MO 63112
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The St Louis Social Security office is one of 32 field offices in Missouri, serving St. Louis city County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of St Louis and 26 nearby communities, roughly 114,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Rock Hill, about 5.3 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 26
- people in service area
- 114K
- to next-nearest office
- 5.3 mi
- offices in Missouri
- 32
- county
- St. Louis city County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 748-2014
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
St Louis 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) 748-2014 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 St Louis office
- Office is located north of Forest park on Delmar Boulevard at Debaliviere.
- Across from Bi-State Garage and next to People's Health Center.
- Please do not Give Out the Administrative Telephone Number.
St Louis office location
Services at the St Louis Social Security office
Staff at the St Louis 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 St Louis office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the St Louis office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 26 surrounding communities, the largest is University City (34,629 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| University City, MO | 1.3 mi | 34,629 |
| Clayton, MO | 2.3 mi | 16,943 |
| Richmond Heights, MO | 2.6 mi | 9,201 |
| Pine Lawn, MO | 2.9 mi | 2,729 |
| Pagedale, MO | 2.4 mi | 2,542 |
| Hanley Hills, MO | 3 mi | 1,997 |
| Wellston, MO | 1.5 mi | 1,567 |
| Hillsdale, MO | 2 mi | 1,202 |
| Velda City, MO | 2.8 mi | 1,178 |
| Velda Village Hills, MO | 2.5 mi | 871 |
| Beverly Hills, MO | 3.2 mi | 467 |
| Uplands Park, MO | 2.7 mi | 309 |
…and 14 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the St Louis office
- The St Louis 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 St Louis office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 748-2014 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 748-2014 (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 St Louis, this is the closest office for about 26 surrounding communities, including University City, Wellston, Hillsdale, Clayton, Pagedale. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Rock Hill, about 5.3 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.