Chester Social Security Office
807 Crosby Street, Chester, PA 19013
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Chester Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Pennsylvania, serving Delaware County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Chester and 48 nearby communities, roughly 295,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Upper Darby, about 8.8 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 48
- people in service area
- 295K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.8 mi
- offices in Pennsylvania
- 56
- county
- Delaware County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 398-1456
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
Chester 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) 398-1456 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 Chester office
- From I-95, take Exit 6 (Chester / Business District) and follow Avenue of the States into downtown; the office is on Crosby Street between 8th and 9th Streets.
- The Chester Transportation Center (SEPTA Regional Rail and buses) is about a 10-minute walk away.
Chester office location
Services at the Chester Social Security office
Staff at the Chester 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 Chester office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Chester office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 48 surrounding communities, the largest is Ridley (30,777 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Ridley, PA | 3 mi | 30,777 |
| Nether Providence, PA | 3.3 mi | 14,432 |
| Woodlyn, PA | 1.9 mi | 9,732 |
| Folsom, PA | 3.1 mi | 8,706 |
| Brookhaven, PA | 1.7 mi | 8,236 |
| Ridley Park, PA | 2.7 mi | 7,125 |
| Chester (Township), PA | 2.2 mi | 4,034 |
| Upland, PA | 1.3 mi | 3,036 |
| Eddystone, PA | 0.9 mi | 2,434 |
| Parkside, PA | 1.3 mi | 2,300 |
| Trainer, PA | 3.4 mi | 1,957 |
| Rose Valley, PA | 3.3 mi | 1,011 |
…and 36 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Chester office
- The Chester 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 Chester office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 398-1456 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 398-1456, or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Chester, this is the closest office for about 48 surrounding communities, including Eddystone, Parkside, Upland, Brookhaven, Woodlyn. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Upper Darby, about 8.8 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.