How many Social Security offices are in Newark?

Newark, New Jersey has 2 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.

Do I need an appointment at a Newark office?

Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.

What should I bring to a Newark Social Security office?

Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.

What's the nearest Social Security office to Newark?

The closest field office outside Newark is in East Orange, about 3.7 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a Newark office?

Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.

Social Security Offices in Newark, New Jersey

2 offices · Essex County

Newark has 2 Social Security field offices, all in Essex County. Together they're the nearest office for around 5 communities across the area, part of New Jersey's 24 offices statewide. Use the map or the list below to choose the right one, then check its hours and book an appointment before visiting.

offices in city: 2
communities served: 5
people in service area: 139K
county: Essex County
to next-nearest city: 3.7 mi

All 2 Newark offices on the map

2 locations, Social Security offices in Newark. Click a pin for the address and a link.

Newark Social Security offices

970 Broad Street, Room 1035 Newark, NJ 07102 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (877) 255-1507 View office → 274 Springfield Ave Newark, NJ 07103 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (877) 402-0821 View office →

Visiting a Newark office

Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays. Check the exact hours on each office page above.
Skip the trip when you can: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.

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Newark Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in Newark?: Newark, New Jersey has 2 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at a Newark office?: Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.
What should I bring to a Newark Social Security office?: Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
What's the nearest Social Security office to Newark?: The closest field office outside Newark is in East Orange, about 3.7 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a Newark office?: Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.