East Orange Social Security Office
7 Glenwood Ave, Ste 100, East Orange, NJ 07017
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The East Orange Social Security office is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey, serving Essex County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of East Orange and 16 nearby communities, roughly 266,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Newark, about 2.9 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 16
- people in service area
- 266K
- to next-nearest office
- 2.9 mi
- offices in New Jersey
- 24
- county
- Essex County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 964-0030
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
East Orange 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) 964-0030 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 East Orange office
- From 280e-take exit 11E Clinton/harrison Sts.
- Take 1st left from Servic E Road to south Harrison St on 280 overpass.
- At 4th light take Sharp Le Ft on Glenwood Avenue.
- Office is on right.
- From 280w-take Clinton St exit.
- Stay to right on service Road.
- Turn Rig Ht at 5th light on south Harrison St.
- Park to right of or across Glenww Ood Avenue from building.
East Orange office location
Services at the East Orange Social Security office
Staff at the East Orange 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 East Orange office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the East Orange office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 16 surrounding communities, the largest is West Orange (48,257 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| West Orange, NJ | 2.6 mi | 48,257 |
| Belleville, NJ | 3.5 mi | 37,774 |
| City of Orange, NJ | 0.8 mi | 34,002 |
| Maplewood, NJ | 3.7 mi | 25,373 |
| South Orange Village, NJ | 2.6 mi | 18,153 |
| Glen Ridge, NJ | 2.6 mi | 7,709 |
| Watsessing, NJ | 1.4 mi | 7,094 |
| Ampere North, NJ | 1.5 mi | 5,145 |
| Silver Lake, NJ | 2.1 mi | 3,970 |
| Pleasantdale, NJ | 3.5 mi | 2,466 |
| Essex Fells, NJ | 5 mi | 2,182 |
| Llewellyn Park, NJ | 1.6 mi | 381 |
…and 4 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the East Orange office
- The East Orange 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 East Orange office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-0030 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 964-0030 (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 East Orange, this is the closest office for about 16 surrounding communities, including City of Orange, Watsessing, Ampere North, Llewellyn Park, Silver Lake. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Newark, about 2.9 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.