How many Social Security offices are in Rochester?

Rochester, New York has 2 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.

Do I need an appointment at a Rochester office?

Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.

What should I bring to a Rochester Social Security office?

Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.

What's the nearest Social Security office to Rochester?

The closest field office outside Rochester is in Batavia, about 26 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a Rochester office?

Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.

Social Security Offices in Rochester, New York

2 offices · Ulster County

Rochester has 2 Social Security field offices, all in Ulster County. Together they're the nearest office for around 79 communities across the area, part of New York's 67 offices statewide. Use the map or the list below to choose the right one, then check its hours and book an appointment before visiting.

offices in city: 2
communities served: 79
people in service area: 854K
county: Ulster County
to next-nearest city: 26 mi

All 2 Rochester offices on the map

2 locations, Social Security offices in Rochester. Click a pin for the address and a link.

Rochester Social Security offices

4050 W Ridge Rd, 2nd Floor Rochester, NY 14626 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 331-2204 View office → 200 E. Main St, 2nd Floor Rochester, NY 14604 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 964-2045 View office →

Visiting a Rochester office

Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays. Check the exact hours on each office page above.
Skip the trip when you can: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.

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Rochester Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in Rochester?: Rochester, New York has 2 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at a Rochester office?: Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.
What should I bring to a Rochester Social Security office?: Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
What's the nearest Social Security office to Rochester?: The closest field office outside Rochester is in Batavia, about 26 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a Rochester office?: Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.