Memphis Social Security Office
3461 South Third St, Memphis, TN 38109
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Memphis Social Security office is one of 27 field offices in Tennessee, serving Shelby County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Memphis and 6 nearby communities, roughly 86,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in West Memphis, about 11 miles away.
- offices in Memphis
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 6
- people in service area
- 86K
- to next-nearest office
- 11 mi
- offices in Tennessee
- 27
- county
- Shelby County
Phone
- Local:
- (855) 782-9155
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-901-786-9348
Memphis 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 (855) 782-9155 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 Memphis office
- Located on south third Street just past third and Mitchell.
- Exit on Highway 61 from interstate 55 north-go south on Highway 61, cross third and Mitchell office on right one block past B and P or take Elvis Presley to Mitchell, - make A left turn at Mitchell and 3rd Street.
Memphis office location
Services at the Memphis Social Security office
Staff at the Memphis 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 Memphis office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Memphis office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 6 surrounding communities, the largest is Southaven (55,429 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Southaven, TN | 5.2 mi | 55,429 |
| Horn Lake, TN | 7 mi | 26,737 |
| Lynchburg, TN | 6.6 mi | 2,216 |
| Walls, TN | 8.4 mi | 1,362 |
| Lakeview, TN | 6.3 mi | 324 |
| Horseshoe Lake, TN | 17 mi | 255 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Memphis office
- The Memphis 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 Memphis office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 782-9155 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (855) 782-9155 (TTY 1-901-786-9348), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Memphis, this is the closest office for about 6 surrounding communities, including Southaven, Lakeview, Lynchburg, Horn Lake, Walls. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in West Memphis, about 11 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.