Great Falls Social Security Office
2008 23rd St S, Great Falls, MT 59405
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Great Falls Social Security office is one of 7 field offices in Montana, serving Cascade County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Great Falls and 138 nearby communities, roughly 59,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Helena, about 71 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 138
- people in service area
- 59K
- to next-nearest office
- 71 mi
- offices in Montana
- 7
- county
- Cascade County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 583-4114
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-877-8339
Great Falls 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) 583-4114 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 Great Falls office
- From 10th Avenue south, turn south onto 23rd Street which is east of Albertson's Supermarket.
- Continue to proceed down the Street, passing the University of Great Falls, Mclaughlin Research Center, Msu-Great Falls College of Technology and its Daycare.
- The office is located on the right and is the last building on the Road.
- It is Brick with A Flag Pole in front of it and there is A White Windmill behind it.
Great Falls office location
Services at the Great Falls Social Security office
Staff at the Great Falls 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 Great Falls office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Great Falls office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 138 surrounding communities, the largest is Malmstrom AFB (3,902 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Malmstrom AFB, MT | 4.3 mi | 3,902 |
| Sun Prairie, MT | 10.6 mi | 1,617 |
| Vaughn, MT | 14 mi | 877 |
| Black Eagle, MT | 2.9 mi | 836 |
| Ulm, MT | 11.7 mi | 750 |
| Gibson Flats, MT | 1.4 mi | 205 |
| Sand Coulee, MT | 7.5 mi | 201 |
| Stockett, MT | 10 mi | 189 |
| Tracy, MT | 7.2 mi | 147 |
| Big Stone Colony, MT | 6.2 mi | 113 |
| Centerville, MT | 8.7 mi | 26 |
| Pleasant Valley Colony, MT | 14.3 mi | n/a |
…and 126 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Great Falls office
- The Great Falls 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 Great Falls office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 583-4114 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 583-4114 (TTY 1-800-877-8339), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Great Falls, this is the closest office for about 138 surrounding communities, including Gibson Flats, Black Eagle, Malmstrom AFB, Big Stone Colony, Tracy. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Helena, about 71 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.