Philadelphia Social Security Office
3336 S Broad Street, Stadium Plaza, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Philadelphia Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Pennsylvania, serving Philadelphia County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Philadelphia and 12 nearby communities, roughly 79,000 people. Philadelphia has more than one office, the next-closest is on 1500 John F Kennedy Blvd, about 3.1 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Philadelphia
- 7
- nearby towns served
- 12
- people in service area
- 79K
- to next-nearest office
- 3.1 mi
- offices in Pennsylvania
- 56
- county
- Philadelphia County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 575-5191
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Philadelphia 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 (877) 575-5191 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 Philadelphia office
- Note:philadelphia Residents Applying for A new or Replacement Social Security Card must Contact the Philadelphia Social Security Card Center 2 Penn Center, 20th Fl-suite 2000b, 1500 Jfk Boulevard, Phila Pa 19102:mon- Fri, 9am to 4:00pm.
- Directions to office take the Broad St exit (611) off 95 or 76.
- The office is on Broad St one block north of Pattison Avenue, behind the Cvs Drug Store.
Philadelphia office location
Services at the Philadelphia Social Security office
Staff at the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Philadelphia office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 12 surrounding communities, the largest is West Deptford (22,463 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| West Deptford, PA | 4.7 mi | 22,463 |
| Gloucester City, PA | 3.3 mi | 11,441 |
| Woodbury, PA | 5 mi | 10,086 |
| Darby (Township), PA | 4.9 mi | 9,137 |
| Paulsboro, PA | 6.4 mi | 6,276 |
| Westville, PA | 3.6 mi | 4,326 |
| Tinicum, PA | 5.1 mi | 3,954 |
| Woodbury Heights, PA | 6.4 mi | 3,127 |
| National Park, PA | 3 mi | 3,074 |
| Thorofare, PA | 4.7 mi | 2,576 |
| Brooklawn, PA | 3.5 mi | 1,804 |
| Mount Royal, PA | 7.1 mi | 1,010 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Philadelphia office
- The Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 575-5191 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 575-5191 (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 Philadelphia, this is the closest office for about 12 surrounding communities, including National Park, Gloucester City, Brooklawn, Westville, Thorofare. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Philadelphia has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 1500 John F Kennedy Blvd, about 3.1 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- 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.