Rio Grande Social Security Office
1046 Route 47 South, Rio Grande, NJ 08242
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Rio Grande Social Security office is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey, serving Cape May County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Rio Grande and 33 nearby communities, roughly 109,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Egg Harbor Twp, about 32 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 33
- people in service area
- 109K
- to next-nearest office
- 32 mi
- offices in New Jersey
- 24
- county
- Cape May County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 405-9194
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Rio Grande 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) 405-9194 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 Rio Grande office
- Take exit 4a from Garden St Parkway to route 47 west.
- Continue across route 9, past US Post office Approx 1/4 mile.
- Office is on the right next to the Uniform Shop at Milemarker 4.5.
Rio Grande office location
Services at the Rio Grande Social Security office
Staff at the Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Rio Grande office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 33 surrounding communities, the largest is Lower (22,094 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lower, NJ | 3.6 mi | 22,094 |
| Middle, NJ | 4.9 mi | 20,716 |
| Villas, NJ | 3.4 mi | 9,697 |
| Wildwood, NJ | 4.1 mi | 5,092 |
| Cape May Court House, NJ | 4.7 mi | 4,776 |
| North Wildwood, NJ | 4.5 mi | 3,583 |
| Wildwood Crest, NJ | 4.3 mi | 3,069 |
| Whitesboro, NJ | 1.2 mi | 2,588 |
| Erma, NJ | 3.7 mi | 2,036 |
| West Wildwood, NJ | 3.2 mi | 537 |
| Burleigh, NJ | 1.7 mi | 429 |
| Diamond Beach, NJ | 4.9 mi | 202 |
…and 21 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Rio Grande office
- The Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 405-9194 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 405-9194 (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 Rio Grande, this is the closest office for about 33 surrounding communities, including Whitesboro, Burleigh, West Wildwood, Villas, Lower. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Egg Harbor Twp, about 32 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.