Defiance, OH Social Security office at 273 Stadium Dr, 43512
273 Stadium Dr, Defiance, OH 43512
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Defiance Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Ohio, serving Defiance County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Defiance and 81 nearby communities, roughly 163,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Auburn, about 37 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 81
- people in service area
- 163K
- to next-nearest office
- 37 mi
- offices in Ohio
- 56
- county
- Defiance County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 600-2860
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-419-782-0368
Defiance 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) 600-2860 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 Defiance office
Office is located just north of Defiance College, turn right onto Stadium Dr when traveling north on Clinton St.
Defiance office location
Services at the Defiance Social Security office
Staff at the Defiance 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 Defiance 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brunersburg, OH | Defiance office | 1.7 mi |
| Defiance (Township), OH | Defiance office | 4.4 mi |
| Highland, OH | Defiance office | 7.3 mi |
| Florida, OH | Defiance office | 7.9 mi |
| Delaware, OH | Defiance office | 8.2 mi |
| Flatrock, OH | Defiance office | 9.8 mi |
| Ney, OH | Defiance office | 10.3 mi |
| Sherwood, OH | Defiance office | 10.4 mi |
| Napoleon Township, OH | Defiance office | 10.7 mi |
| Ridgeville Corners, OH | Defiance office | 10.7 mi |
| Emerald, OH | Defiance office | 10.8 mi |
| Ridgeville, OH | Defiance office | 11.3 mi |
Show all 54 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Bavaria, OH | Defiance office | 11.8 mi |
| Holgate, OH | Defiance office | 12 mi |
| Napoleon, OH | Defiance office | 13.4 mi |
| Cecil, OH | Defiance office | 14.1 mi |
| Pulaski Township, OH | Defiance office | 14.2 mi |
| Freedom, OH | Defiance office | 14.3 mi |
| Stryker, OH | Defiance office | 14.3 mi |
| Mark, OH | Defiance office | 14.4 mi |
| Continental, OH | Defiance office | 14.6 mi |
| Melrose, OH | Defiance office | 14.9 mi |
| Archbold, OH | Defiance office | 15.4 mi |
| Crane, OH | Defiance office | 15.4 mi |
| Farmer, OH | Defiance office | 15.4 mi |
| Palmer, OH | Defiance office | 15.6 mi |
| Bryan, OH | Defiance office | 15.8 mi |
| Paulding, OH | Defiance office | 16.3 mi |
| Malinta, OH | Defiance office | 16.5 mi |
| Pulaski, OH | Defiance office | 16.5 mi |
| Dupont, OH | Defiance office | 17.1 mi |
| Pettisville, OH | Defiance office | 17.1 mi |
| Hamler, OH | Defiance office | 17.3 mi |
| Broughton, OH | Defiance office | 17.4 mi |
| Miller City, OH | Defiance office | 18 mi |
| Brady, OH | Defiance office | 18.5 mi |
| Paulding Township, OH | Defiance office | 18.7 mi |
| Latty, OH | Defiance office | 19 mi |
| Cloverdale, OH | Defiance office | 19.6 mi |
| Greensburg, OH | Defiance office | 20.1 mi |
| West Unity, OH | Defiance office | 20.1 mi |
| Latty Township, OH | Defiance office | 20.3 mi |
| Liberty Center, OH | Defiance office | 20.4 mi |
| Wauseon, OH | Defiance office | 20.4 mi |
| Grover Hill, OH | Defiance office | 20.5 mi |
| Haviland, OH | Defiance office | 22.8 mi |
| Superior, OH | Defiance office | 23.2 mi |
| Blue Creek, OH | Defiance office | 23.5 mi |
| Montpelier, OH | Defiance office | 23.5 mi |
| Holiday City, OH | Defiance office | 23.6 mi |
| Kunkle, OH | Defiance office | 24.3 mi |
| Pioneer, OH | Defiance office | 28.1 mi |
| Bridgewater, OH | Defiance office | 28.7 mi |
| Lake Seneca, OH | Defiance office | 29.6 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Defiance office
- The Defiance 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 Defiance office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 600-2860 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 600-2860 (TTY 1-419-782-0368), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Defiance, this is the closest office for about 81 surrounding communities, including Brunersburg, Noble, Richland, Defiance (Township), Tiffin. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Auburn, about 37 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.