Chattanooga, TN Social Security office at 1290 Premier Dr, 37421
1290 Premier Dr, Suite 140, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Chattanooga Social Security office is one of 27 field offices in Tennessee, serving Hamilton County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Chattanooga and 45 nearby communities, roughly 174,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Dalton, about 20 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 45
- people in service area
- 174K
- to next-nearest office
- 20 mi
- offices in Tennessee
- 27
- county
- Hamilton County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 964-0029
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-423-954-9364
Chattanooga 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) 964-0029 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 Chattanooga office
- 1290 Premier drive is off east Brainerd Road, across the Street from Csla School and Vance Road.
- Take exit 3 off I-75 south.
- Take exit 3b off I -75 north.
- We can handle your service needs online or by Phone, but if you need to visit our office, the best time to do so is on Tuesday or Firday.
- 1290 Premier drive is off east Brainerd Road, across the Street.
Chattanooga office location
Services at the Chattanooga Social Security office
Staff at the Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga 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 |
|---|---|---|
| East Ridge, TN | Chattanooga office | 3.5 mi |
| Ridgeside, TN | Chattanooga office | 3.7 mi |
| Indian Springs, GA | Chattanooga office | 4.2 mi |
| Lakeview, GA | Chattanooga office | 4.4 mi |
| Rossville, GA | Chattanooga office | 5.8 mi |
| Fort Oglethorpe, GA | Chattanooga office | 6.5 mi |
| Fairview, GA | Chattanooga office | 7.1 mi |
| Harrison, TN | Chattanooga office | 7.4 mi |
| Ringgold, GA | Chattanooga office | 8.3 mi |
| Collegedale, TN | Chattanooga office | 8.4 mi |
| Ooltewah, TN | Chattanooga office | 8.4 mi |
| Red Bank, TN | Chattanooga office | 8.9 mi |
Show all 45 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lookout Mountain, TN | Chattanooga office | 9.1 mi |
| Apison, TN | Chattanooga office | 9.5 mi |
| Lookout Mountain, GA | Chattanooga office | 9.8 mi |
| Chattanooga Valley, GA | Chattanooga office | 10.9 mi |
| Chickamauga, GA | Chattanooga office | 11.4 mi |
| Signal Mountain, TN | Chattanooga office | 11.4 mi |
| Walden, TN | Chattanooga office | 12.1 mi |
| Middle Valley, TN | Chattanooga office | 12.5 mi |
| Wildwood, GA | Chattanooga office | 13 mi |
| Falling Water, TN | Chattanooga office | 13.5 mi |
| Rock Spring, GA | Chattanooga office | 13.5 mi |
| Fairmount, TN | Chattanooga office | 13.7 mi |
| Lakesite, TN | Chattanooga office | 13.9 mi |
| West Brow, GA | Chattanooga office | 14.2 mi |
| Soddy Daisy, TN | Chattanooga office | 15.3 mi |
| Lone Oak, TN | Chattanooga office | 16.1 mi |
| Whiteside, TN | Chattanooga office | 17.5 mi |
| New England, GA | Chattanooga office | 17.9 mi |
| Mowbray Mountain, TN | Chattanooga office | 18.1 mi |
| Powells Crossroads, TN | Chattanooga office | 20.6 mi |
| Trenton, GA | Chattanooga office | 20.6 mi |
| Whitwell, TN | Chattanooga office | 22.6 mi |
| Sequatchie, TN | Chattanooga office | 23.8 mi |
| Jasper, TN | Chattanooga office | 25 mi |
| New Hope, TN | Chattanooga office | 26.5 mi |
| Dunlap, TN | Chattanooga office | 27.1 mi |
| Kimball, TN | Chattanooga office | 27.3 mi |
| Griffith Creek, TN | Chattanooga office | 27.5 mi |
| South Pittsburg, TN | Chattanooga office | 29.1 mi |
| Bridgeport, AL | Chattanooga office | 30 mi |
| Ider, AL | Chattanooga office | 34.7 mi |
| Orme, TN | Chattanooga office | 34.7 mi |
| Stevenson, AL | Chattanooga office | 38.1 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Chattanooga office
- The Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-0029 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 964-0029 (TTY 1-423-954-9364), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Chattanooga, this is the closest office for about 45 surrounding communities, including East Ridge, Ridgeside, Indian Springs, Lakeview, Rossville. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Dalton, about 20 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.