Bloomsburg Social Security Office
700 Market St, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Bloomsburg Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Pennsylvania, serving Columbia County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Bloomsburg and 78 nearby communities, roughly 117,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Selinsgrove, about 24 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 78
- people in service area
- 117K
- to next-nearest office
- 24 mi
- offices in Pennsylvania
- 56
- county
- Columbia County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 526-9847
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-570-387-5090
Bloomsburg office hours
Hours below| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (866) 526-9847 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 Bloomsburg office
- From Main Street turn at Monument.
- We are across from Quik Mart and Below Elementary School.
Bloomsburg office location
Services at the Bloomsburg Social Security office
Staff at the Bloomsburg 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 Bloomsburg office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Bloomsburg office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 78 surrounding communities, the largest is Scott (5,528 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Scott, PA | 2.7 mi | 5,528 |
| Hemlock, PA | 3.9 mi | 2,228 |
| Catawissa, PA | 3.1 mi | 1,540 |
| Espy, PA | 2.4 mi | 1,432 |
| Main, PA | 4.2 mi | 1,276 |
| Montour, PA | 3.5 mi | 1,263 |
| Lightstreet, PA | 3.1 mi | 1,109 |
| Almedia, PA | 4 mi | 1,108 |
| Catawissa (Township), PA | 3.3 mi | 908 |
| Buckhorn, PA | 2.9 mi | 523 |
| Fernville, PA | 0.7 mi | 364 |
| Rupert, PA | 1.6 mi | 202 |
…and 66 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Bloomsburg office
- Do I need an appointment at the Bloomsburg office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 526-9847 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 526-9847 (TTY 1-570-387-5090), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Bloomsburg, this is the closest office for about 78 surrounding communities, including Fernville, Rupert, Espy, Scott, Buckhorn. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Selinsgrove, about 24 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.