Bismarck Social Security Office
4207 Boulder Ridge Rd, Suite 100, Bismarck, ND 58503
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Bismarck Social Security office is one of 4 field offices in North Dakota, serving Burleigh County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Bismarck and 397 nearby communities, roughly 119,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Minot, about 97 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 397
- people in service area
- 119K
- to next-nearest office
- 97 mi
- offices in North Dakota
- 4
- county
- Burleigh County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 319-6044
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Bismarck 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) 319-6044 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 Bismarck office
- Self-help Pc located in the Bismarck office.
- The Public can File Claims online, Register for Myssa and Conduct Myssa Business with no Appointment needed.
Bismarck office location
Services at the Bismarck Social Security office
Staff at the Bismarck 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 Bismarck office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Bismarck office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 397 surrounding communities, the largest is Mandan (24,447 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mandan, ND | 5.2 mi | 24,447 |
| Lincoln, ND | 7.4 mi | 4,334 |
| Hay Creek, ND | 1.5 mi | 4,330 |
| Apple Creek, ND | 10.1 mi | 3,492 |
| Gibbs, ND | 7.1 mi | 2,827 |
| Harmon, ND | 10.4 mi | 228 |
| Glenview, ND | 11.7 mi | 213 |
| Naughton, ND | 9 mi | 187 |
| Apple Valley, ND | 9.2 mi | 187 |
| Menoken (Township), ND | 12.2 mi | 174 |
| Captain's Landing, ND | 3.4 mi | 125 |
| Menoken, ND | 12.3 mi | 61 |
…and 385 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Bismarck office
- The Bismarck 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 Bismarck office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 319-6044 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 319-6044 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Bismarck, this is the closest office for about 397 surrounding communities, including Hay Creek, Captain's Landing, Mandan, Gibbs, Lincoln. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Minot, about 97 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.