Charlottesville Social Security Office
1470 Pantops Mountain Pl, District Office 1st Floor, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Charlottesville Social Security office is one of 30 field offices in Virginia, serving Charlottesville city County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Charlottesville and 27 nearby communities, roughly 58,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Staunton, about 35 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 27
- people in service area
- 58K
- to next-nearest office
- 35 mi
- offices in Virginia
- 30
- county
- Charlottesville city County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 613-3959
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-434-295-3409
Charlottesville 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) 613-3959 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 Charlottesville office
- Located in the Brick building Complex before Westminster Canterbury.
- Directions:take Route 64 exit 124 to Charlottesville,turn right at Pantops Mountain Road (north), then left on Pantops Mtn Place.
- Office is on the first floor of the 2nd building.
- From Charlottesville, take Route 250 Eastand turn left at Pantops Mtn Road across from Shadwell's Restautant and Hilton Garden Inn.
Charlottesville office location
Services at the Charlottesville Social Security office
Staff at the Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Charlottesville office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 27 surrounding communities, the largest is Lake Monticello (10,457 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Monticello, VA | 9.2 mi | 10,457 |
| University of Virginia, VA | 4.4 mi | 8,955 |
| Hollymead, VA | 6.2 mi | 8,500 |
| Pantops, VA | 0.9 mi | 4,246 |
| Rivanna, VA | 6.8 mi | 1,864 |
| Piney Mountain, VA | 9.4 mi | 1,834 |
| Rio, VA | 3.5 mi | 1,771 |
| Earlysville, VA | 9.3 mi | 1,081 |
| Ivy, VA | 8.8 mi | 736 |
| North Garden, VA | 12.3 mi | 333 |
| Keswick, VA | 4.4 mi | 319 |
| Free Union, VA | 11.1 mi | 86 |
…and 15 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Charlottesville office
- The Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 613-3959 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 613-3959 (TTY 1-434-295-3409), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Charlottesville, this is the closest office for about 27 surrounding communities, including Pantops, Rio, Keswick, University of Virginia, Hollymead. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Staunton, about 35 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.