Pawtucket Social Security Office
4 Pleasant St, Pawtucket, RI 02860
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Pawtucket Social Security office is one of 5 field offices in Rhode Island, serving Providence County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Pawtucket and 6 nearby communities, roughly 96,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Providence, about 4.1 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 6
- people in service area
- 96K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.1 mi
- offices in Rhode Island
- 5
- county
- Providence County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 931-7079
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-401-729-1896
Pawtucket 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) 931-7079 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 Pawtucket office
- Take i-95n to exit 28 (School Street) turn right at School St then turn right on Division St- follow Division St over the Bridge and take the first right-this is Pleasant St.
- Follow Pleasant to Number 4 take i-95s to exit 27- at the end of the Ramp turn right on George St then take A Slight right at east Avenue Ext follow east Avenue Until Pleasant St-turn right at Pleasant St and follow to Number 4.
Pawtucket office location
Services at the Pawtucket Social Security office
Staff at the Pawtucket 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 Pawtucket office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Pawtucket office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 6 surrounding communities, the largest is Lincoln (22,499 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, RI | 4.3 mi | 22,499 |
| Central Falls, RI | 1.1 mi | 22,464 |
| Smithfield, RI | 7.6 mi | 21,838 |
| Seekonk, RI | 4.2 mi | 15,568 |
| Valley Falls, RI | 2.2 mi | 11,548 |
| North Seekonk, RI | 3 mi | 2,158 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Pawtucket office
- The Pawtucket 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 Pawtucket office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 931-7079 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 931-7079 (TTY 1-401-729-1896), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Pawtucket, this is the closest office for about 6 surrounding communities, including Central Falls, Valley Falls, North Seekonk, Seekonk, Lincoln. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Providence, about 4.1 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.