Sandusky, OH Social Security office at 252 Wayne St, 44870
252 Wayne Street, Sandusky, OH 44870
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Sandusky Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Ohio, serving Sandusky County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Sandusky and 43 nearby communities, roughly 112,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Fremont, about 22 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 43
- people in service area
- 112K
- to next-nearest office
- 22 mi
- offices in Ohio
- 56
- county
- Sandusky County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 588-7397
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Sandusky 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) 588-7397 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 Sandusky office
- Two blocks south of the Bay, at the corner of Wayne St.
- And Washington St.
Sandusky office location
Services at the Sandusky Social Security office
Staff at the Sandusky 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 Sandusky 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Perkins, OH | Sandusky office | 4.3 mi |
| Danbury, OH | Sandusky office | 5.3 mi |
| Marblehead, OH | Sandusky office | 6 mi |
| Bay View, OH | Sandusky office | 6.2 mi |
| Castalia, OH | Sandusky office | 6.4 mi |
| Lakeside, OH | Sandusky office | 6.4 mi |
| Margaretta, OH | Sandusky office | 6.5 mi |
| Bloomingville, OH | Sandusky office | 7 mi |
| Crystal Rock, OH | Sandusky office | 7.1 mi |
| Huron (Township), OH | Sandusky office | 7.6 mi |
| Huron, OH | Sandusky office | 9 mi |
| Groton, OH | Sandusky office | 9.6 mi |
Show all 37 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kelleys Island, OH | Sandusky office | 9.7 mi |
| Whites Landing, OH | Sandusky office | 9.8 mi |
| Catawba Island, OH | Sandusky office | 10.6 mi |
| Milan Township, OH | Sandusky office | 11.3 mi |
| Port Clinton, OH | Sandusky office | 12.4 mi |
| Milan, OH | Sandusky office | 12.8 mi |
| Ridgefield, OH | Sandusky office | 12.8 mi |
| Mitiwanga, OH | Sandusky office | 13.6 mi |
| Bellevue, OH | Sandusky office | 14.3 mi |
| Berlin Heights, OH | Sandusky office | 14.4 mi |
| Beulah Beach, OH | Sandusky office | 14.5 mi |
| Monroeville, OH | Sandusky office | 14.7 mi |
| Lyme, OH | Sandusky office | 14.8 mi |
| Put In Bay, OH | Sandusky office | 14.9 mi |
| Norwalk, OH | Sandusky office | 15.5 mi |
| Norwalk Township, OH | Sandusky office | 15.6 mi |
| Put In Bay Township, OH | Sandusky office | 17.1 mi |
| Collins, OH | Sandusky office | 17.7 mi |
| Townsend, OH | Sandusky office | 17.8 mi |
| Peru, OH | Sandusky office | 19.2 mi |
| Sherman, OH | Sandusky office | 19.7 mi |
| Bronson, OH | Sandusky office | 20.3 mi |
| Hartland, OH | Sandusky office | 22.2 mi |
| North Fairfield, OH | Sandusky office | 24.9 mi |
| Holiday Lakes, OH | Sandusky office | 25 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Sandusky office
- The Sandusky 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 Sandusky office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 588-7397 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 588-7397 (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 Sandusky, this is the closest office for about 43 surrounding communities, including Perkins, Danbury, Marblehead, Bay View, Castalia. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Fremont, about 22 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.