Norfolk Social Security Office
605 Iron Horse Dr, Suite 1, Norfolk, NE 68701
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Norfolk Social Security office is one of 6 field offices in Nebraska, serving Madison County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Norfolk and 122 nearby communities, roughly 95,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Yankton, about 59 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 122
- people in service area
- 95K
- to next-nearest office
- 59 mi
- offices in Nebraska
- 6
- county
- Madison County
Phone
- Local:
- (855) 207-7082
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Norfolk 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 (855) 207-7082 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 Norfolk office
- Office is one block east of 7th Street and one block south of Prospect Avenue near Downtown Norfolk.
- From 7th Street, turn east onto Iron Horse drive and go 3/4 block east.
- From Prospect, turn south onto Iron Horse drive and go one Blk.
- South.
- Building is on the south side of Iron Horse drive.
Norfolk office location
Services at the Norfolk Social Security office
Staff at the Norfolk 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 Norfolk office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Norfolk office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 122 surrounding communities, the largest is Madison (2,216 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, NE | 14.4 mi | 2,216 |
| Pierce, NE | 12.7 mi | 1,832 |
| Stanton, NE | 11.4 mi | 1,469 |
| Woodland Park, NE | 3.8 mi | 1,418 |
| Battle Creek, NE | 9.7 mi | 1,168 |
| Winside, NE | 15.7 mi | 383 |
| Hadar, NE | 5.1 mi | 285 |
| Meadow Grove, NE | 16.4 mi | 278 |
| Hoskins, NE | 7.7 mi | 269 |
| Pilger, NE | 18.6 mi | 245 |
| Carroll, NE | 20.3 mi | 194 |
| Foster, NE | 20.9 mi | 42 |
…and 110 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Norfolk office
- The Norfolk 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 Norfolk office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 207-7082 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (855) 207-7082 (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 Norfolk, this is the closest office for about 122 surrounding communities, including Woodland Park, Hadar, Hoskins, Battle Creek, Stanton. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Yankton, about 59 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.