What are the hours of the Wooster Social Security office?

The Wooster 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 Wooster office?

Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 319-0729 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.

What is the phone number for the Wooster Social Security office?

You can reach the office at (877) 319-0729 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.

Which towns does the Wooster Social Security office serve?

Besides Wooster, this is the closest office for about 53 surrounding communities, including Wayne, Smithville, Wooster (Township), Green, East Union. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.

Is there another Social Security office near Wooster?

The next-closest field office is in Akron, about 23 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.

Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Wooster office?

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.

Wooster Social Security Office

2345 Gateway Dr, Ste B, Wooster, OH 44691

Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026

The Wooster Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Ohio, serving Wayne County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Wooster and 53 nearby communities, roughly 141,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Akron, about 23 miles away.

nearby towns served: 53
people in service area: 141K
to next-nearest office: 23 mi
offices in Ohio: 56
county: Wayne County

Address

2345 Gateway Dr
Ste B
Wooster, OH 44691

Get directions

Phone

Local:: (877) 319-0729
National:: 1-800-772-1213
TTY:: 1-800-325-0778

Wooster office hours

Hours below

Open 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) 319-0729 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 Wooster office

Located 1 block south of back-Orrville Road and 1 block east of State route 585.

Wooster office location

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Services at the Wooster Social Security office

Staff at the Wooster 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 Wooster office

Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Wooster office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 53 surrounding communities, the largest is Green (12,305 residents):

Town	Distance	Population
Green, OH	5 mi	12,305
Orrville, OH	7.5 mi	8,471
East Union, OH	6 mi	6,995
Wooster (Township), OH	4.4 mi	4,627
Salt Creek, OH	9.6 mi	4,531
Franklin, OH	7.6 mi	4,257
Wayne, OH	3.3 mi	4,023
Plain, OH	8.1 mi	3,085
Chester, OH	8.2 mi	3,038
Milton, OH	9 mi	2,959
Smithville, OH	3.4 mi	1,346
Apple Creek, OH	6.2 mi	1,194

…and 41 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Frequently asked questions about the Wooster office

What are the hours of the Wooster Social Security office?: The Wooster 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 Wooster office?: Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 319-0729 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Wooster Social Security office?: You can reach the office at (877) 319-0729 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Wooster Social Security office serve?: Besides Wooster, this is the closest office for about 53 surrounding communities, including Wayne, Smithville, Wooster (Township), Green, East Union. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Wooster?: The next-closest field office is in Akron, about 23 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Wooster office?: 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.