Columbus Social Security Office
1060 Georgesville Road, Columbus, OH 43228
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Columbus Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Ohio, serving Delaware County / Fairfield County / Franklin County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Columbus and 47 nearby communities, roughly 301,000 people. Columbus has more than one office, the next-closest is on 200 North High Street, about 6.5 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Columbus
- 3
- nearby towns served
- 47
- people in service area
- 301K
- to next-nearest office
- 6.5 mi
- offices in Ohio
- 56
- county
- Delaware County / Fairfield County / Franklin County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 656-0178
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Columbus 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 (866) 656-0178 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 Columbus office
- Between Clime and Hall Roads.
- Just north of the Georgesville Road exit off I-270 Beige Single Story building on the east side of the Street next to A used Car Lot.
Columbus office location
Services at the Columbus Social Security office
Staff at the Columbus 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 Columbus office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Columbus office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 47 surrounding communities, the largest is Jackson (47,131 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson, OH | 5.8 mi | 47,131 |
| Grove City, OH | 3.6 mi | 41,787 |
| Norwich, OH | 7.5 mi | 37,669 |
| Hilliard, OH | 7.4 mi | 36,892 |
| Prairie, OH | 3.8 mi | 17,187 |
| Lincoln Village, OH | 1.8 mi | 9,546 |
| Pleasant, OH | 6.1 mi | 6,655 |
| Lake Darby, OH | 6.3 mi | 4,133 |
| Brown, OH | 7.8 mi | 3,810 |
| Urbancrest, OH | 2.8 mi | 1,016 |
| Darbydale, OH | 6.4 mi | 695 |
| Valleyview, OH | 3.3 mi | 657 |
…and 35 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Columbus
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Frequently asked questions about the Columbus office
- The Columbus 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 Columbus office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 656-0178 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 656-0178 (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 Columbus, this is the closest office for about 47 surrounding communities, including Lincoln Village, Urbancrest, Valleyview, Grove City, Prairie. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Columbus has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 200 North High Street, about 6.5 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.