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Hackensack Social Security Office

401 Hackensack Ave, Continental Plz 2fl, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026

The Hackensack Social Security office is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey, serving Bergen County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Hackensack and 23 nearby communities, roughly 300,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in New York, about 6.5 miles away.

nearby towns served
23
people in service area
300K
to next-nearest office
6.5 mi
offices in New Jersey
24
county
Bergen County

Address

401 Hackensack Ave
Continental Plz 2fl
Hackensack, NJ 07601

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Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-800-325-0778
Fax: (833) 950-3291

Hackensack office hours

Hours below

Open 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) 964-4680 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 Hackensack office

  • Located in the Continental Plaza office Complex at 401 Hackensack Avenue, 2nd floor, Hackensack Nj.
  • The Continental Plaza office Complex is located at the intersection of route 4 and Hackensack Avenue, across from the Riverside Square Shopping Center.
  • Enter into the Continental Plaza Complex from the north by making A right turn off of Hackensack Avenue and from the south by making A left turn off of Hackensack Avenue.
  • From route 4 east or west, take the Exits for Hackensack Avenue north.
  • There is Ample parking on the Deck behind the building.
  • For Handicapped parking follow signs.
  • 401 is the building on the right Facing from the parking Deck.

Hackensack office location

Services at the Hackensack Social Security office

Staff at the Hackensack 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 Hackensack office

Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Hackensack office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 23 surrounding communities, the largest is Teaneck (41,678 residents):

Town Distance Population
Teaneck, NJ 1.7 mi 41,678
Bergenfield, NJ 2.3 mi 28,206
Paramus, NJ 3.3 mi 26,416
Lodi, NJ 3.2 mi 25,966
Dumont, NJ 2.9 mi 18,196
New Milford, NJ 2 mi 16,893
Saddle Brook, NJ 3.1 mi 14,359
River Edge, NJ 1.4 mi 12,009
Maywood, NJ 1.5 mi 10,014
Bogota, NJ 2.2 mi 9,194
Rochelle Park, NJ 2.3 mi 5,820
South Hackensack, NJ 3.1 mi 2,679

…and 11 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Frequently asked questions about the Hackensack office

What are the hours of the Hackensack Social Security office?
The Hackensack 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 Hackensack office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-4680 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Hackensack Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (866) 964-4680 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Hackensack Social Security office serve?
Besides Hackensack, this is the closest office for about 23 surrounding communities, including River Edge, Maywood, Teaneck, New Milford, Bogota. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Hackensack?
The next-closest field office is in New York, about 6.5 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Hackensack office?
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.