Skip to content
ssalocator.com

Oswego, NY Social Security office at 17 Fourth Ave, 13126

17 Fourth Ave, Oswego, NY 13126

Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026

The Oswego Social Security office is one of 67 field offices in New York, serving Oswego County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Oswego and 33 nearby communities, roughly 99,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Syracuse, about 34 miles away.

nearby towns served
33
people in service area
99K
to next-nearest office
34 mi
offices in New York
67
county
Oswego County

Address

17 Fourth Ave
Oswego, NY 13126

Get directions

Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-315-343-8319
Fax: (833) 902-2538

Oswego office hours

Hours below

Open 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) 964-7593 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 Oswego office

  • Office is located on west side of Oswego in Hillside Commons Plaza on fourth Avenue between route 104 and west Utica Street.
  • Suicide Prevention: 315-474-1333 or 315-251-0600 or English/spanish 800- 273-8255.

Oswego office location

Services at the Oswego Social Security office

Staff at the Oswego 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.

Closest Social Security office for nearby towns

These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Oswego office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.

Nearby town Closest office Distance
SUNY Oswego, NY Oswego office 0.7 mi
Oswego (Town), NY Oswego office 3.6 mi
Minetto, NY Oswego office 4.2 mi
Minetto (CDP), NY Oswego office 4.5 mi
Scriba, NY Oswego office 5.6 mi
Hannibal, NY Oswego office 9.3 mi
Hannibal (Town), NY Oswego office 9.8 mi
Volney, NY Oswego office 10.2 mi
Fulton, NY Oswego office 10.6 mi
New Haven, NY Oswego office 10.8 mi
Sterling, NY Oswego office 11.4 mi
Granby, NY Oswego office 12 mi
Show all 32 nearby towns closest to this office
Nearby town Closest office Distance
Fair Haven, NY Oswego office 12.7 mi
Palermo, NY Oswego office 14.8 mi
Mexico, NY Oswego office 15.1 mi
Mexico Town, NY Oswego office 16.3 mi
Ira, NY Oswego office 16.7 mi
Wolcott Town, NY Oswego office 17 mi
Red Creek, NY Oswego office 17.1 mi
Victory, NY Oswego office 17.7 mi
Richland, NY Oswego office 19.5 mi
Cato, NY Oswego office 19.7 mi
Meridian, NY Oswego office 19.8 mi
Parish, NY Oswego office 20.5 mi
Wolcott, NY Oswego office 21.4 mi
Pulaski, NY Oswego office 21.7 mi
Butler, NY Oswego office 22.3 mi
Huron, NY Oswego office 23 mi
Sandy Creek Town, NY Oswego office 23.8 mi
Parish Town, NY Oswego office 24 mi
Sodus Point, NY Oswego office 26.2 mi
Altmar, NY Oswego office 26.8 mi

Browse all New York offices →

Other Social Security offices near Oswego

More Social Security help

Frequently asked questions about the Oswego office

What are the hours of the Oswego Social Security office?
The Oswego 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 Oswego office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-7593 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Oswego Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (866) 964-7593 (TTY 1-315-343-8319), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Oswego Social Security office serve?
Besides Oswego, this is the closest office for about 33 surrounding communities, including SUNY Oswego, Oswego (Town), Minetto, Minetto (CDP), Scriba. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Oswego?
The next-closest field office is in Syracuse, about 34 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Oswego office?
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.