Pittsburgh Social Security Office
700 Grant St, Rm 1204, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Pittsburgh Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Pennsylvania, serving Allegheny County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Pittsburgh and 20 nearby communities, roughly 136,000 people. Pittsburgh has more than one office, the next-closest is on 6117 Station St, about 4.2 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Pittsburgh
- 3
- nearby towns served
- 20
- people in service area
- 136K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.2 mi
- offices in Pennsylvania
- 56
- county
- Allegheny County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 770-2965
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Pittsburgh 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) 770-2965 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 Pittsburgh office
- Located near the corner of Ninth St and Penn Avenue in the Cultural District of Downtown Pittsburgh.
- Onsite parking is not available at this Location.
- Passengers can be Dropped off at the Main entrance of the building.
Pittsburgh office location
Services at the Pittsburgh Social Security office
Staff at the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Pittsburgh office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 20 surrounding communities, the largest is Ross (33,176 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Ross, PA | 5.8 mi | 33,176 |
| Kennedy, PA | 5.9 mi | 8,604 |
| Bellevue, PA | 4.5 mi | 8,190 |
| West View, PA | 5.7 mi | 6,586 |
| Stowe, PA | 4.6 mi | 6,334 |
| Crafton, PA | 3.7 mi | 6,004 |
| McKees Rocks, PA | 3.9 mi | 5,832 |
| Avalon, PA | 5.4 mi | 4,696 |
| Mount Oliver, PA | 2.1 mi | 3,340 |
| Ingram, PA | 3.7 mi | 3,337 |
| Millvale, PA | 2.7 mi | 3,326 |
| Reserve, PA | 2.9 mi | 3,204 |
…and 8 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Pittsburgh
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Frequently asked questions about the Pittsburgh office
- The Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 770-2965 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 770-2965 (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 Pittsburgh, this is the closest office for about 20 surrounding communities, including Mount Oliver, Millvale, Reserve, Crafton, Ingram. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Pittsburgh has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 6117 Station St, about 4.2 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.