Gallup Social Security Office
2070 East Aztec Avenue, Gallup, NM 87301
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Gallup Social Security office is one of 10 field offices in New Mexico, serving McKinley County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Gallup and 91 nearby communities, roughly 71,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Farmington, about 91 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 91
- people in service area
- 71K
- to next-nearest office
- 91 mi
- offices in New Mexico
- 10
- county
- McKinley County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 810-3744
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Gallup 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 (888) 810-3744 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 Gallup office
- From I-40 west Bound take exit 26 (Miyamura) and turn right.
- Pass route 66 to Aztec and turn left travel east on Aztec Cross,valentina Street and continue 1/2 block east office on right side.
- From I-40 east Bound take exit 27 and turn left on route 66 and travel to second Street light and turn left on Boardman Dr and turn right on Aztec office is located 1/2 block on the left side of the Street.
- From north on Highway 491 turn left on I-40 see Directions for west Bound on I-40.
- From south on Highway 602 turn right on Highway 564 travel Northeast for about 3 miles and turn left on Aztec office is located 1/2 on left side.
Gallup office location
Services at the Gallup Social Security office
Staff at the Gallup 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 Gallup office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Gallup office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 91 surrounding communities, the largest is Gamerco (1,646 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Gamerco, NM | 4.3 mi | 1,646 |
| Church Rock, NM | 6.3 mi | 1,354 |
| Rock Springs, NM | 8.7 mi | 1,166 |
| Twin Lakes, NM | 13 mi | 1,119 |
| Williams Acres, NM | 9.2 mi | 711 |
| Yah-ta-hey, NM | 7.9 mi | 627 |
| Sundance, NM | 6.2 mi | 553 |
| White Cliffs, NM | 6 mi | 489 |
| Fort Wingate, NM | 10.4 mi | 273 |
| Purty Rock, NM | 10.7 mi | 223 |
| Crestview, NM | 8.5 mi | 201 |
| Catalpa Canyon, NM | 2.4 mi | 16 |
…and 79 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Gallup office
- The Gallup 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 Gallup office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 810-3744 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 810-3744 (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 Gallup, this is the closest office for about 91 surrounding communities, including Catalpa Canyon, Gamerco, White Cliffs, Sundance, Church Rock. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Farmington, about 91 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.