Newark Social Security Office
970 Broad Street, Room 1035, Newark, NJ 07102
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Newark 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 Newark and 4 nearby communities, roughly 78,000 people. Newark has more than one office, the next-closest is on 274 Springfield Ave, about 0.9 mile away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Newark
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 4
- people in service area
- 78K
- to next-nearest office
- 0.9 mi
- offices in New Jersey
- 24
- county
- Essex County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 255-1507
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Newark 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) 255-1507 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 Newark office
Located in Peter Rodino Federal building, corner of Broad and Walnut, one block south of Newark City Hall, across from Newark Main Post office please do not Give the Public the Administrative Phone Line.
Newark office location
Services at the Newark Social Security office
Staff at the Newark 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 Newark office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Newark office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 4 surrounding communities, the largest is Kearny (40,370 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Kearny, NJ | 3 mi | 40,370 |
| Harrison, NJ | 1.5 mi | 19,212 |
| North Arlington, NJ | 4.6 mi | 16,339 |
| East Newark, NJ | 1.4 mi | 2,477 |
Other Social Security offices near Newark
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Frequently asked questions about the Newark office
- The Newark 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 Newark office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 255-1507 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 255-1507 (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 Newark, this is the closest office for about 4 surrounding communities, including East Newark, Harrison, Kearny, North Arlington. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Newark has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 274 Springfield Ave, about 0.9 mile away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- 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.