Niagara Falls Social Security Office
6540 Niagara Falls Bvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Niagara Falls Social Security office is one of 67 field offices in New York, serving Niagara County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Niagara Falls and 29 nearby communities, roughly 229,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Buffalo, about 16 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 29
- people in service area
- 229K
- to next-nearest office
- 16 mi
- offices in New York
- 67
- county
- Niagara County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 480-4992
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-716-283-2614
Niagara Falls 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) 480-4992 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 Niagara Falls office
- The Niagara Falls office is located just off the Niagara Falls Boulevard exit (exit 22) of the I-190,across from Bob Evans.both U.s.
- And Canadian Clients can call US at 877-480-4992.
- Most Business can be Conducted by Phone.
- Office has Reopened 9/17/12.
- Residents of Niagara County and Ontario, Canada should be Referred to Niagara Falls and no Longer to Amherst or Buffalo.
Niagara Falls office location
Services at the Niagara Falls Social Security office
Staff at the Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Niagara Falls office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 29 surrounding communities, the largest is North Tonawanda (30,409 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| North Tonawanda, NY | 7.2 mi | 30,409 |
| Grand Island, NY | 5.1 mi | 21,427 |
| Wheatfield, NY | 5.3 mi | 18,570 |
| Lewiston (Town), NY | 6.8 mi | 15,815 |
| Tonawanda, NY | 7.3 mi | 15,053 |
| Niagara, NY | 1.8 mi | 7,847 |
| Cambria, NY | 10.4 mi | 5,717 |
| Grandyle Village, NY | 6.7 mi | 5,099 |
| Lewiston, NY | 6.2 mi | 2,529 |
| Ransomville, NY | 11.1 mi | 1,520 |
| Sanborn, NY | 6.2 mi | 1,157 |
| Niagara University, NY | 4 mi | 1,089 |
…and 17 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Niagara Falls office
- The Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 480-4992 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 480-4992 (TTY 1-716-283-2614), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Niagara Falls, this is the closest office for about 29 surrounding communities, including Niagara, Niagara University, Grand Island, Wheatfield, Lewiston. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Buffalo, about 16 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.