Waco Social Security Office
1700 Lake Air Dr, Ste A, Waco, TX 76710
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Waco Social Security office is one of 65 field offices in Texas, serving McLennan County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Waco and 34 nearby communities, roughly 93,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Temple, about 31 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 34
- people in service area
- 93K
- to next-nearest office
- 31 mi
- offices in Texas
- 65
- county
- McLennan County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 964-6304
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Waco 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) 964-6304 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 Waco office
- Office is across Lake Air from the Heart of Texas Coliseum and Fairgrounds.
- It is at the intersection of Lake Air and Lake Success.
Waco office location
Services at the Waco Social Security office
Staff at the Waco 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 Waco office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Waco office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 34 surrounding communities, the largest is Hewitt (16,131 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Hewitt, TX | 5.3 mi | 16,131 |
| Robinson, TX | 6.7 mi | 12,755 |
| Bellmead, TX | 6.1 mi | 10,575 |
| Woodway, TX | 2.4 mi | 9,474 |
| Lacy-Lakeview, TX | 8.1 mi | 7,090 |
| Willow Grove, TX | 6.2 mi | 1,992 |
| Beverly Hills, TX | 2.5 mi | 1,876 |
| Lorena, TX | 10.6 mi | 1,791 |
| China Spring, TX | 10.2 mi | 1,264 |
| Gholson, TX | 11.3 mi | 1,262 |
| Golinda, TX | 13.8 mi | 667 |
| Ross, TX | 13.1 mi | 251 |
…and 22 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Waco office
- The Waco 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 Waco office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 964-6304 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 964-6304 (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 Waco, this is the closest office for about 34 surrounding communities, including Woodway, Beverly Hills, Hewitt, Bellmead, Willow Grove. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Temple, about 31 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.