Trenton Social Security Office
635 S Clinton Ave, 2nd Floor, Trenton, NJ 08611
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Trenton Social Security office is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey, serving Mercer County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Trenton and 47 nearby communities, roughly 466,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Fairless Hills, about 4.6 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 47
- people in service area
- 466K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.6 mi
- offices in New Jersey
- 24
- county
- Mercer County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 964-0026
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Trenton 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) 964-0026 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 Trenton office
- Take Route 1 south into the City of Trenton.
- Bear right onto Route 129 S.
- From Route 129 S turn right onto S Broad St, right onto Hamilton St, right onto S Clinton Avenue and right onto Elmer St.
- Park in the Shopping Center on the left.
- The office is at the end of Elmer St.
- From I 295 (north or south) take Route 129 N into the City of Trenton.
- Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue and follow Directions Above.
Trenton office location
Services at the Trenton Social Security office
Staff at the Trenton 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 Trenton office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Trenton office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 47 surrounding communities, the largest is Hamilton (91,605 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton, NJ | 4.2 mi | 91,605 |
| Ewing, NJ | 4.4 mi | 37,402 |
| Lawrence, NJ | 6.2 mi | 33,016 |
| Mercerville, NJ | 4 mi | 12,783 |
| Hamilton Square, NJ | 5.5 mi | 11,526 |
| Morrisville, NJ | 1.8 mi | 9,778 |
| White Horse, NJ | 3.1 mi | 9,557 |
| Yardville, NJ | 5.2 mi | 6,208 |
| Bordentown, NJ | 5 mi | 3,990 |
| The College of New Jersey, NJ | 4.2 mi | 3,864 |
| Groveville, NJ | 5.2 mi | 2,953 |
| Fieldsboro, NJ | 5.3 mi | 531 |
…and 35 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Trenton
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Frequently asked questions about the Trenton office
- The Trenton 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 Trenton office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-0026 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 964-0026 (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 Trenton, this is the closest office for about 47 surrounding communities, including Morrisville, White Horse, Mercerville, Hamilton, The College of New Jersey. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Fairless Hills, about 4.6 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.