Reading, PA Social Security office at 201 Penn St, 19601
201 Penn St, Ste 200, Reading, PA 19601
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Reading Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Pennsylvania, serving Berks County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Reading and 98 nearby communities, roughly 361,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Pottstown, about 15 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 98
- people in service area
- 361K
- to next-nearest office
- 15 mi
- offices in Pennsylvania
- 56
- county
- Berks County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 274-5960
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-610-320-5096
Fax: (833) 950-2888
Reading 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) 274-5960 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 Reading office
- In Gateway Bldg, corner of 2nd and Penn Sts at end of Penn St Bridge.
- No Free parking available.
- Paid parking in Garages located at third and Washington Street and in parking Garage behind building.
Reading office location
40.33579, -75.93327 View on OpenStreetMap →
Services at the Reading Social Security office
Staff at the Reading 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.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Reading office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Reading, PA | Reading office | 0.8 mi |
| Wyomissing, PA | Reading office | 1.7 mi |
| Kenhorst, PA | Reading office | 1.8 mi |
| Greenfields, PA | Reading office | 1.9 mi |
| Mount Penn, PA | Reading office | 2.3 mi |
| Grill, PA | Reading office | 2.6 mi |
| Lower Alsace, PA | Reading office | 2.6 mi |
| Shillington, PA | Reading office | 2.6 mi |
| Colony Park, PA | Reading office | 2.7 mi |
| Hyde Park, PA | Reading office | 2.9 mi |
| Penn State Berks, PA | Reading office | 2.9 mi |
| Pennside, PA | Reading office | 2.9 mi |
Show all 94 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park, PA | Reading office | 3.1 mi |
| West Wyomissing, PA | Reading office | 3.1 mi |
| Spring Ridge, PA | Reading office | 3.2 mi |
| West Lawn, PA | Reading office | 3.2 mi |
| Reiffton, PA | Reading office | 3.3 mi |
| St Lawrence, PA | Reading office | 3.3 mi |
| Muhlenberg Park, PA | Reading office | 3.4 mi |
| Stony Creek Mills, PA | Reading office | 3.4 mi |
| Montrose Manor, PA | Reading office | 3.6 mi |
| Springmont, PA | Reading office | 3.6 mi |
| Laureldale, PA | Reading office | 3.7 mi |
| Pennwyn, PA | Reading office | 3.7 mi |
| Whitfield, PA | Reading office | 3.8 mi |
| Muhlenberg, PA | Reading office | 4.1 mi |
| Riverview Park, PA | Reading office | 4.1 mi |
| Sinking Spring, PA | Reading office | 4.1 mi |
| Flying Hills, PA | Reading office | 4.2 mi |
| Cumru, PA | Reading office | 4.4 mi |
| Fox Chase, PA | Reading office | 4.4 mi |
| Mohnton, PA | Reading office | 4.4 mi |
| Jacksonwald, PA | Reading office | 4.5 mi |
| Gibraltar, PA | Reading office | 4.8 mi |
| South Temple, PA | Reading office | 4.8 mi |
| Temple, PA | Reading office | 5.1 mi |
| Alsace, PA | Reading office | 5.3 mi |
| Lorane, PA | Reading office | 5.3 mi |
| Exeter, PA | Reading office | 5.4 mi |
| Bern, PA | Reading office | 5.5 mi |
| Spring, PA | Reading office | 5.6 mi |
| Alsace Manor, PA | Reading office | 5.9 mi |
| Gouglersville, PA | Reading office | 6.2 mi |
| Lower Heidelberg, PA | Reading office | 6.5 mi |
| Robeson, PA | Reading office | 7.3 mi |
| Alleghenyville, PA | Reading office | 7.6 mi |
| Blandon, PA | Reading office | 7.7 mi |
| Baumstown, PA | Reading office | 7.8 mi |
| Brecknock, PA | Reading office | 7.8 mi |
| Wernersville, PA | Reading office | 7.8 mi |
| Leesport, PA | Reading office | 7.9 mi |
| Ruscombmanor, PA | Reading office | 7.9 mi |
| Ontelaunee, PA | Reading office | 8.1 mi |
| Oley, PA | Reading office | 8.4 mi |
| South Heidelberg, PA | Reading office | 8.8 mi |
| Oley Township, PA | Reading office | 8.9 mi |
| Dauberville, PA | Reading office | 9.2 mi |
| Walnuttown, PA | Reading office | 9.2 mi |
| Maidencreek, PA | Reading office | 9.3 mi |
| Adamstown, PA | Reading office | 9.4 mi |
| Mohrsville, PA | Reading office | 9.8 mi |
| Penn, PA | Reading office | 10 mi |
| Fleetwood, PA | Reading office | 10.2 mi |
| Swartzville, PA | Reading office | 10.4 mi |
| Centre, PA | Reading office | 10.5 mi |
| Bowmansville, PA | Reading office | 10.6 mi |
| Robesonia, PA | Reading office | 10.6 mi |
| North Heidelberg, PA | Reading office | 10.7 mi |
| Reinholds, PA | Reading office | 10.7 mi |
| New Morgan, PA | Reading office | 10.9 mi |
| Centerport, PA | Reading office | 11.1 mi |
| Bernville, PA | Reading office | 11.6 mi |
| Shoemakersville, PA | Reading office | 11.6 mi |
| Richmond, PA | Reading office | 11.8 mi |
| East Cocalico, PA | Reading office | 11.9 mi |
| Caernarvon, PA | Reading office | 12.1 mi |
| Fivepointville, PA | Reading office | 12.3 mi |
| New Jerusalem, PA | Reading office | 12.5 mi |
| Rockland, PA | Reading office | 12.7 mi |
| Denver, PA | Reading office | 12.9 mi |
| Dryville, PA | Reading office | 13.1 mi |
| Morgantown, PA | Reading office | 13.1 mi |
| West Cocalico, PA | Reading office | 13.1 mi |
| Virginville, PA | Reading office | 13.4 mi |
| Lyons, PA | Reading office | 13.7 mi |
| Churchtown, PA | Reading office | 14.1 mi |
| Jefferson, PA | Reading office | 14.1 mi |
| Kutztown University, PA | Reading office | 14.4 mi |
| Bowers, PA | Reading office | 14.5 mi |
| New Schaefferstown, PA | Reading office | 14.8 mi |
| Kutztown, PA | Reading office | 15 mi |
| Greenwich, PA | Reading office | 16.6 mi |
| Lenhartsville, PA | Reading office | 16.6 mi |
| Honey Brook, PA | Reading office | 16.7 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Reading office
- The Reading 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 Reading office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 274-5960 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 274-5960 (TTY 1-610-320-5096), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Reading, this is the closest office for about 98 surrounding communities, including West Reading, Wyomissing, Kenhorst, Greenfields, Mount Penn. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Pottstown, about 15 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.