Keene Social Security Office
9 Elm Street, Keene, NH 03431
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Keene Social Security office is one of 6 field offices in New Hampshire, serving Cheshire County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Keene and 90 nearby communities, roughly 191,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Gardner, about 29 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 90
- people in service area
- 191K
- to next-nearest office
- 29 mi
- offices in New Hampshire
- 6
- county
- Cheshire County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 405-3651
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-603-357-2034
Keene 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) 405-3651 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 Keene office
- Traveling north on Main St, bear left at Central Square, first right onto Court St, second right onto Mechanic St, and Elm St is first right, across from the Fire Station.handicapped parking Spaces available.
- (Metered parking only).
Keene office location
Services at the Keene Social Security office
Staff at the Keene 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 Keene office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Keene office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 90 surrounding communities, the largest is Swanzey (7,386 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Swanzey, NH | 5.4 mi | 7,386 |
| Chesterfield, NH | 9 mi | 3,603 |
| Troy, NH | 8.7 mi | 2,170 |
| Marlborough, NH | 6.2 mi | 2,133 |
| Westmoreland, NH | 8 mi | 1,718 |
| West Swanzey, NH | 5 mi | 1,180 |
| Marlborough (CDP), NH | 4.2 mi | 1,093 |
| Surry, NH | 6.6 mi | 847 |
| Gilsum, NH | 7.3 mi | 765 |
| Sullivan, NH | 6.7 mi | 666 |
| Nelson, NH | 9.1 mi | 645 |
| Roxbury, NH | 4.1 mi | 224 |
…and 78 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Keene office
- The Keene 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 Keene office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 405-3651 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 405-3651 (TTY 1-603-357-2034), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Keene, this is the closest office for about 90 surrounding communities, including Roxbury, Marlborough (CDP), West Swanzey, Swanzey, Marlborough. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Gardner, about 29 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.