Akron Social Security Office
2 S Main St, 2nd Floor, Akron, OH 44308
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Akron Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Ohio, serving Summit County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Akron and 15 nearby communities, roughly 153,000 people. Akron has more than one office, the next-closest is on 2166 Romig Rd, about 3.9 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Akron
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 15
- people in service area
- 153K
- to next-nearest office
- 3.9 mi
- offices in Ohio
- 56
- county
- Summit County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 600-2858
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Akron 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) 600-2858 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 Akron office
- Office located on 2nd Fl of the John Seiberling Federal building.
- On the corner of Main St and Market St no Onsite parking available.
- Meters, Including Handicap Spaces, are available Directly in front of the Federal building.
- Passengers can be Dropped off at the Main entrance of the building.
Akron office location
Services at the Akron Social Security office
Staff at the Akron 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 Akron office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Akron office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 15 surrounding communities, the largest is Cuyahoga Falls (50,810 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 3.8 mi | 50,810 |
| Stow, OH | 6.5 mi | 34,342 |
| Tallmadge, OH | 5.1 mi | 18,305 |
| Springfield, OH | 6.8 mi | 14,076 |
| Uniontown, OH | 9.5 mi | 7,035 |
| Suffield (Township), OH | 10 mi | 6,015 |
| Munroe Falls, OH | 5.8 mi | 5,023 |
| Mogadore, OH | 6.2 mi | 3,795 |
| Lakemore, OH | 6.1 mi | 2,906 |
| Silver Lake, OH | 6.1 mi | 2,498 |
| Sawyerwood, OH | 5.2 mi | 1,604 |
| Suffield, OH | 9.9 mi | 1,214 |
…and 3 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Akron office
- The Akron 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 Akron office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 600-2858 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 600-2858 (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 Akron, this is the closest office for about 15 surrounding communities, including Cuyahoga Falls, Tallmadge, Sawyerwood, Munroe Falls, Lakemore. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Akron has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 2166 Romig Rd, about 3.9 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- 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.