Olean Social Security Office
1618 W State St, Olean, NY 14760
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Olean Social Security office is one of 67 field offices in New York, serving Cattaraugus County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Olean and 124 nearby communities, roughly 171,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Jamestown, about 42 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 124
- people in service area
- 171K
- to next-nearest office
- 42 mi
- offices in New York
- 67
- county
- Cattaraugus County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 319-5773
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-716-376-8932
Olean 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) 319-5773 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 Olean office
Office is located at 175 N Union Street behind the Ny State Department O F Labor in the Blue Bird Square Plaza.
Olean office location
Services at the Olean Social Security office
Staff at the Olean 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 Olean office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Olean office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 124 surrounding communities, the largest is Allegany (Town) (7,324 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Allegany (Town), NY | 5.3 mi | 7,324 |
| Portville (Town), NY | 4.4 mi | 3,480 |
| Hinsdale, NY | 6.8 mi | 2,110 |
| St. Bonaventure, NY | 2.3 mi | 2,015 |
| Olean (Town), NY | 1.3 mi | 1,873 |
| Genesee, NY | 9.8 mi | 1,635 |
| Allegany, NY | 3.3 mi | 1,582 |
| Otto, NY | 9.7 mi | 1,485 |
| Weston Mills, NY | 3 mi | 1,297 |
| Clarksville, NY | 10.3 mi | 973 |
| Portville, NY | 5.4 mi | 907 |
| Eldred, NY | 8.7 mi | 747 |
…and 112 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Olean office
- The Olean 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 Olean office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 319-5773 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 319-5773 (TTY 1-716-376-8932), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Olean, this is the closest office for about 124 surrounding communities, including Olean (Town), St. Bonaventure, Weston Mills, Allegany, Portville (Town). There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Jamestown, about 42 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.