West Chester, PA Social Security office at 1101 West Chester Pike, 19382
1101 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The West Chester Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Pennsylvania, serving Chester County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of West Chester and 62 nearby communities, roughly 394,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Chester, about 14 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 62
- people in service area
- 394K
- to next-nearest office
- 14 mi
- offices in Pennsylvania
- 56
- county
- Chester County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 306-3216
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
West 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 (888) 306-3216 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 West Chester office
- From north or south using Route 202, take the Pa route 3 exit for Newtown Square.
- At the 2nd Traffic light, turn left into the west Goshen Town Center (Applebee's and Shop Rite) and make first left.
- Follow Road Behin D Applebee's.
- Bear left at the stop sign.
- Office Faces west Chester Pk.
- From the east, take Pa route 3 to the west Goshen Town Center which is 3 miles west of Route 352.
- Make right turn into Shopping Center and follow Directions Above.
West Chester office location
Services at the West Chester Social Security office
Staff at the West 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.
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 West Chester 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 Goshen, PA | West Chester office | 1.1 mi |
| East Goshen, PA | West Chester office | 2.2 mi |
| Westtown, PA | West Chester office | 2.3 mi |
| Thornbury, PA | West Chester office | 3.3 mi |
| Cheyney University, PA | West Chester office | 3.4 mi |
| East Bradford, PA | West Chester office | 3.8 mi |
| West Whiteland, PA | West Chester office | 4.5 mi |
| Willistown, PA | West Chester office | 4.6 mi |
| Dilworthtown, PA | West Chester office | 4.7 mi |
| Exton, PA | West Chester office | 4.8 mi |
| Birmingham, PA | West Chester office | 5.2 mi |
| East Whiteland, PA | West Chester office | 5.5 mi |
Show all 54 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Malvern, PA | West Chester office | 5.6 mi |
| Marshallton, PA | West Chester office | 5.8 mi |
| Edgmont, PA | West Chester office | 6.1 mi |
| East Caln, PA | West Chester office | 6.2 mi |
| Pocopson, PA | West Chester office | 6.3 mi |
| Chadds Ford, PA | West Chester office | 6.7 mi |
| Paoli, PA | West Chester office | 7.2 mi |
| Chadds Ford Township, PA | West Chester office | 7.3 mi |
| Downingtown, PA | West Chester office | 7.3 mi |
| Lionville, PA | West Chester office | 7.4 mi |
| Uwchlan, PA | West Chester office | 7.6 mi |
| West Bradford, PA | West Chester office | 7.6 mi |
| Pennsbury, PA | West Chester office | 7.8 mi |
| Easttown, PA | West Chester office | 7.9 mi |
| Hamorton, PA | West Chester office | 8.2 mi |
| Charlestown, PA | West Chester office | 8.4 mi |
| Eagleview, PA | West Chester office | 8.4 mi |
| West Pikeland, PA | West Chester office | 8.5 mi |
| Newlin, PA | West Chester office | 9.2 mi |
| Thorndale, PA | West Chester office | 9.2 mi |
| Eagle, PA | West Chester office | 9.6 mi |
| East Marlborough, PA | West Chester office | 10.1 mi |
| Caln Township, PA | West Chester office | 10.2 mi |
| East Brandywine, PA | West Chester office | 10.4 mi |
| Upper Uwchlan, PA | West Chester office | 10.4 mi |
| Kennett, PA | West Chester office | 10.8 mi |
| Caln, PA | West Chester office | 11 mi |
| Kennett Square, PA | West Chester office | 11.2 mi |
| Modena, PA | West Chester office | 11.9 mi |
| East Fallowfield, PA | West Chester office | 12.7 mi |
| South Coatesville, PA | West Chester office | 13 mi |
| Coatesville, PA | West Chester office | 13.2 mi |
| Wallace, PA | West Chester office | 13.2 mi |
| West Brandywine, PA | West Chester office | 13.3 mi |
| West Marlborough, PA | West Chester office | 13.6 mi |
| Hayti, PA | West Chester office | 14.2 mi |
| Pomeroy, PA | West Chester office | 16.5 mi |
| Sadsburyville, PA | West Chester office | 16.8 mi |
| West Caln, PA | West Chester office | 16.8 mi |
| Sadsbury, PA | West Chester office | 17.7 mi |
| Parkesburg, PA | West Chester office | 18.3 mi |
| Cochranville, PA | West Chester office | 19.2 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the West Chester office
- The West 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 West Chester office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 306-3216 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 306-3216 (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 West Chester, this is the closest office for about 62 surrounding communities, including West Goshen, East Goshen, Westtown, Thornbury, Cheyney University. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Chester, about 14 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.