Lubbock Social Security Office
5825 16th Street, Lubbock, TX 79416
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Lubbock Social Security office is one of 65 field offices in Texas, serving Lubbock County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Lubbock and 47 nearby communities, roughly 103,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Hobbs, about 91 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 47
- people in service area
- 103K
- to next-nearest office
- 91 mi
- offices in Texas
- 65
- county
- Lubbock County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 467-0460
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Lubbock 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) 467-0460 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 Lubbock office
The office is located behind Academy Sports on 19th Street, from 19th St Reet turn north on Frankford and then west on 16th.
Lubbock office location
Services at the Lubbock Social Security office
Staff at the Lubbock 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 Lubbock office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Lubbock office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 47 surrounding communities, the largest is Wolfforth (6,008 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Wolfforth, TX | 6.4 mi | 6,008 |
| Slaton, TX | 19.8 mi | 5,811 |
| Shallowater, TX | 8.2 mi | 2,940 |
| Abernathy, TX | 18.6 mi | 2,804 |
| Idalou, TX | 16 mi | 2,152 |
| Ransom Canyon, TX | 15.4 mi | 1,170 |
| Anton, TX | 20.5 mi | 883 |
| New Deal, TX | 12.4 mi | 729 |
| Buffalo Springs, TX | 13.8 mi | 459 |
| Smyer, TX | 12.8 mi | 433 |
| Ropesville, TX | 16.8 mi | 418 |
| New Home, TX | 17.6 mi | 335 |
…and 35 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Lubbock office
- The Lubbock 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 Lubbock office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 467-0460 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 467-0460 (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 Lubbock, this is the closest office for about 47 surrounding communities, including Wolfforth, Shallowater, New Deal, Smyer, Buffalo Springs. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Hobbs, about 91 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.