Bridgewater, NJ Social Security office at 245 Us Hwy 22 West, 08807
245 Us Hwy 22 West, Suite 207, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Bridgewater Social Security office is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey, serving Somerset County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Bridgewater and 59 nearby communities, roughly 432,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in New Brunswick, about 9.6 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 59
- people in service area
- 432K
- to next-nearest office
- 9.6 mi
- offices in New Jersey
- 24
- county
- Somerset County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 446-6198
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Bridgewater 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 (866) 446-6198 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 Bridgewater office
- From the west take Route 22 east to Easton Tpk/rt 28.
- Bear left at light.
- Go 1.2 miles-make right-sign Says 250 but our Bldg is right next to it.
- From the east take Route 22 west.
- We are Approx 1 mile past Metlife building.
- Make right off 22 into our parking Lot.
- If you reach Milltown Road you have gone Too Far.
Bridgewater office location
Services at the Bridgewater Social Security office
Staff at the Bridgewater 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.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Bridgewater office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Somerville, NJ | Bridgewater office | 0.9 mi |
| Finderne, NJ | Bridgewater office | 1.5 mi |
| Green Knoll, NJ | Bridgewater office | 1.7 mi |
| Martinsville, NJ | Bridgewater office | 2.3 mi |
| Manville, NJ | Bridgewater office | 2.7 mi |
| Bound Brook, NJ | Bridgewater office | 3 mi |
| Bridgewater Center, NJ | Bridgewater office | 3.1 mi |
| Weston, NJ | Bridgewater office | 3.1 mi |
| Zarephath, NJ | Bridgewater office | 3.2 mi |
| Bradley Gardens, NJ | Bridgewater office | 3.4 mi |
| South Bound Brook, NJ | Bridgewater office | 3.8 mi |
| Franklin Center, NJ | Bridgewater office | 4.4 mi |
Show all 57 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pluckemin, NJ | Bridgewater office | 5.1 mi |
| Middlesex, NJ | Bridgewater office | 5.3 mi |
| The Hills, NJ | Bridgewater office | 5.4 mi |
| Warren, NJ | Bridgewater office | 5.4 mi |
| East Millstone, NJ | Bridgewater office | 5.5 mi |
| Liberty Corner, NJ | Bridgewater office | 5.9 mi |
| Green Brook, NJ | Bridgewater office | 6 mi |
| Dunellen, NJ | Bridgewater office | 6.4 mi |
| Flagtown, NJ | Bridgewater office | 6.5 mi |
| Branchburg, NJ | Bridgewater office | 6.6 mi |
| Bernards, NJ | Bridgewater office | 6.8 mi |
| Hillsborough Township, NJ | Bridgewater office | 7 mi |
| Hillsborough, NJ | Bridgewater office | 7.3 mi |
| Bedminster, NJ | Bridgewater office | 7.4 mi |
| Far Hills, NJ | Bridgewater office | 7.5 mi |
| Lyons, NJ | Bridgewater office | 7.7 mi |
| Millington, NJ | Bridgewater office | 7.8 mi |
| Bedminster Township, NJ | Bridgewater office | 8 mi |
| Stirling, NJ | Bridgewater office | 8.2 mi |
| Neshanic Station, NJ | Bridgewater office | 8.3 mi |
| Lamington, NJ | Bridgewater office | 8.5 mi |
| Belle Mead, NJ | Bridgewater office | 8.6 mi |
| Neshanic, NJ | Bridgewater office | 8.7 mi |
| Long Hill, NJ | Bridgewater office | 8.9 mi |
| Basking Ridge, NJ | Bridgewater office | 9 mi |
| Readington, NJ | Bridgewater office | 9.2 mi |
| Gillette, NJ | Bridgewater office | 9.3 mi |
| Bernardsville, NJ | Bridgewater office | 9.6 mi |
| White House Station, NJ | Bridgewater office | 9.6 mi |
| Harlingen, NJ | Bridgewater office | 9.9 mi |
| Peapack And Gladstone, NJ | Bridgewater office | 9.9 mi |
| Oldwick, NJ | Bridgewater office | 10.3 mi |
| Montgomery, NJ | Bridgewater office | 11.5 mi |
| Pottersville, NJ | Bridgewater office | 11.5 mi |
| Three Bridges, NJ | Bridgewater office | 11.6 mi |
| Tewksbury, NJ | Bridgewater office | 12.2 mi |
| Skillman, NJ | Bridgewater office | 12.8 mi |
| Blawenburg, NJ | Bridgewater office | 13.2 mi |
| Lebanon, NJ | Bridgewater office | 13.4 mi |
| Clinton Township, NJ | Bridgewater office | 14.7 mi |
| Flemington, NJ | Bridgewater office | 14.7 mi |
| Annandale, NJ | Bridgewater office | 15.6 mi |
| East Amwell, NJ | Bridgewater office | 15.7 mi |
| Califon, NJ | Bridgewater office | 15.9 mi |
| Raritan, NJ | Bridgewater office | 16 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Bridgewater office
- The Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 446-6198 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 446-6198 (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 Bridgewater, this is the closest office for about 59 surrounding communities, including Somerville, Finderne, Green Knoll, Raritan, Martinsville. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in New Brunswick, about 9.6 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.