Corpus Christi Social Security Office
3801 S Port Ave, Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Corpus Christi Social Security office is one of 65 field offices in Texas, serving Aransas County / Kleberg County / Nueces County / San Patricio County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Corpus Christi and 33 nearby communities, roughly 90,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Alice, about 38 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 33
- people in service area
- 90K
- to next-nearest office
- 38 mi
- offices in Texas
- 65
- county
- Aransas County / Kleberg County / Nueces County / San Patricio County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 613-2859
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Corpus Christi 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) 613-2859 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 Corpus Christi office
3801 S Port Avenue to between Port and Horne Exits on east side of cross- Town Expressway.
Corpus Christi office location
Services at the Corpus Christi Social Security office
Staff at the Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Corpus Christi office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 33 surrounding communities, the largest is Portland (20,536 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Portland, TX | 10.6 mi | 20,536 |
| Robstown, TX | 15.3 mi | 10,157 |
| Ingleside, TX | 15.2 mi | 9,898 |
| Taft, TX | 15.3 mi | 2,818 |
| Odem, TX | 16.6 mi | 2,265 |
| Gregory, TX | 13.9 mi | 1,740 |
| Taft Southwest, TX | 14.8 mi | 1,440 |
| Ingleside on the Bay, TX | 13 mi | 608 |
| North San Pedro, TX | 16.3 mi | 441 |
| Tierra Grande, TX | 10.8 mi | 281 |
| Loma Linda, TX | 17.9 mi | 138 |
| Petronila, TX | 14.4 mi | 87 |
…and 21 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Corpus Christi office
- The Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 613-2859 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 613-2859 (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 Corpus Christi, this is the closest office for about 33 surrounding communities, including Portland, Tierra Grande, Ingleside on the Bay, Gregory, Petronila. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Alice, about 38 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.