Melville Social Security Office
1121 Walt Whitman Rd, Ste 201, Melville, NY 11747
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Melville Social Security office is one of 67 field offices in New York, serving Suffolk County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Melville and 42 nearby communities, roughly 951,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in West Babylon, about 8.2 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 42
- people in service area
- 951K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.2 mi
- offices in New York
- 67
- county
- Suffolk County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 964-0165
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Melville 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) 964-0165 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 Melville office
- Northern State Parkway to exit 40S (rt110).take 1st right onto old Country Road and first left onto Walt Whitman Rd.office is on right.
- Onsite parking, Including Spaces for Handicapped Individuals is available at this Location.
- Also, Passengers can be Dropped off at the Main entrance of the building.
Melville office location
Services at the Melville Social Security office
Staff at the Melville 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 Melville office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Melville office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 42 surrounding communities, the largest is Huntington Station (33,612 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington Station, NY | 4.2 mi | 33,612 |
| Plainview, NY | 2.8 mi | 26,267 |
| Dix Hills, NY | 4.3 mi | 23,995 |
| Bethpage, NY | 4.8 mi | 18,012 |
| Wyandanch, NY | 4 mi | 11,632 |
| South Huntington, NY | 2.4 mi | 10,186 |
| Woodbury, NY | 3.5 mi | 8,901 |
| Farmingdale, NY | 4.4 mi | 8,426 |
| East Farmingdale, NY | 4.4 mi | 6,074 |
| Old Bethpage, NY | 2.8 mi | 5,450 |
| Wheatley Heights, NY | 3.2 mi | 5,230 |
| West Hills, NY | 1.8 mi | 5,225 |
…and 30 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Melville office
- The Melville 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 Melville office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-0165 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 964-0165 (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 Melville, this is the closest office for about 42 surrounding communities, including West Hills, South Huntington, Old Bethpage, Plainview, Wheatley Heights. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in West Babylon, about 8.2 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.