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Asheville, NC Social Security office at 800 Centre Park Dr, 28805

800 Centre Park Drive, Asheville, NC 28805

Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026

The Asheville Social Security office is one of 36 field offices in North Carolina, serving Buncombe County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Asheville and 25 nearby communities, roughly 80,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Hendersonville, about 20 miles away.

nearby towns served
25
people in service area
80K
to next-nearest office
20 mi
offices in North Carolina
36
county
Buncombe County

Address

800 Centre Park Drive
Asheville, NC 28805

Get directions

Phone

National:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-828-258-8135
Fax: (833) 950-2542

Asheville 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) 572-8361 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 Asheville office

  • From east- take exit 6 (Tunnel Road, Chunns Cove Road) off interstate I-240.
  • Turn right on Chunns Cove Road.
  • And an immediate right onto the Piney Mtn Road.
  • The office is in Centre park on the left.
  • From west-take exit 6 ( Tunnel Road) off interstate I-240.
  • Turn right on Tunnel Road.
  • Turn right Again onto Chunns Cove Road.
  • Go under the Interstatebridge and turn right onto Piney Mtn.
  • Road.
  • The office is in Centre park on the left.

Asheville office location

35.60043, -82.52962 View on OpenStreetMap →

Services at the Asheville Social Security office

Staff at the Asheville 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 Asheville 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
Emma, NC Asheville office 3.5 mi
Woodfin, NC Asheville office 3.7 mi
Biltmore Forest, NC Asheville office 4.6 mi
Weaverville, NC Asheville office 6.9 mi
Swannanoa, NC Asheville office 7.3 mi
Bent Creek, NC Asheville office 7.7 mi
Royal Pines, NC Asheville office 8.7 mi
Fairview, NC Asheville office 9.6 mi
Avery Creek, NC Asheville office 9.9 mi
Black Mountain, NC Asheville office 11.8 mi
Barnardsville, NC Asheville office 12.9 mi
Montreat, NC Asheville office 13.1 mi
Show all 25 nearby towns closest to this office
Nearby town Closest office Distance
Mars Hill, NC Asheville office 15.7 mi
Marshall, NC Asheville office 16.1 mi
Canton, NC Asheville office 17.9 mi
West Canton, NC Asheville office 19 mi
Old Fort, NC Asheville office 19.7 mi
Clyde, NC Asheville office 21.9 mi
Lake Junaluska, NC Asheville office 24.7 mi
Burnsville, NC Asheville office 25.4 mi
Waynesville, NC Asheville office 26.9 mi
West Marion, NC Asheville office 28.6 mi
Marion, NC Asheville office 29.8 mi
Glenwood, NC Asheville office 30.8 mi
Spruce Pine, NC Asheville office 34 mi

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Frequently asked questions about the Asheville office

What are the hours of the Asheville Social Security office?
The Asheville 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 Asheville office?
Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 572-8361 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Asheville Social Security office?
You can reach the office at (866) 572-8361 (TTY 1-828-258-8135), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Asheville Social Security office serve?
Besides Asheville, this is the closest office for about 25 surrounding communities, including Emma, Woodfin, Biltmore Forest, Weaverville, Swannanoa. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Asheville?
The next-closest field office is in Hendersonville, about 20 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Asheville 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.