Easton Social Security Office
134 S Fourth St, Easton, PA 18042
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Easton Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Pennsylvania, serving Northampton County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Easton and 81 nearby communities, roughly 281,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Bethlehem, about 10 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 81
- people in service area
- 281K
- to next-nearest office
- 10 mi
- offices in Pennsylvania
- 56
- county
- Northampton County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 964-5056
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Easton 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) 964-5056 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 Easton office
Frm Route 78-take Easton exit-stay on Main Road-Bottom of Hill make A left at light-proceed up Washington Ave-go right On4th St-1st Bldg on right Frm east-Rt22-take 4st exit in Easton-proceed on 4th Thru 1 stop sign and 2 stop lights-office on left Ater Church on corner Frm west-Rt22-take 3rd St exit-make left at light at Ramp end-make next right on Bushkill Dr-next light left onto 4th and follow Above Direction S-free parking on side of building.
Easton office location
Services at the Easton Social Security office
Staff at the Easton 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 Easton office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Easton office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 81 surrounding communities, the largest is Palmer (22,356 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Palmer, PA | 2.8 mi | 22,356 |
| Forks, PA | 3.3 mi | 16,295 |
| Phillipsburg, PA | 1.1 mi | 15,291 |
| Wilson, PA | 1.7 mi | 8,222 |
| Chestnut Hill, PA | 1.7 mi | 6,135 |
| Palmer Heights, PA | 2.7 mi | 4,033 |
| Alpha, PA | 3.2 mi | 2,337 |
| Upper Pohatcong, PA | 3 mi | 1,774 |
| West Easton, PA | 1.5 mi | 1,235 |
| Morgan Hill, PA | 1.6 mi | 1,134 |
| Glendon, PA | 2 mi | 373 |
| Delaware Park, PA | 1.6 mi | 331 |
…and 69 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Easton office
- The Easton 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 Easton office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-5056 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 964-5056 (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 Easton, this is the closest office for about 81 surrounding communities, including Phillipsburg, West Easton, Delaware Park, Morgan Hill, Chestnut Hill. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Bethlehem, about 10 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.