Roanoke Social Security Office
612 S Jefferson Street, Suite 100, Roanoke, VA 24011
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Roanoke Social Security office is one of 30 field offices in Virginia, serving Roanoke city County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Roanoke and 31 nearby communities, roughly 179,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Covington, about 35 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 31
- people in service area
- 179K
- to next-nearest office
- 35 mi
- offices in Virginia
- 30
- county
- Roanoke city County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 701-8179
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Roanoke 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) 701-8179 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 Roanoke office
612 south Jefferson St suite 100 Roanoke Va 24011 located beside the Roanoke City Library at the corner of Jefferson St and Bullitt Avenue.
Roanoke office location
Services at the Roanoke Social Security office
Staff at the Roanoke 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 Roanoke office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Roanoke office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 31 surrounding communities, the largest is Salem (25,373 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Salem, VA | 6.5 mi | 25,373 |
| Cave Spring, VA | 4.9 mi | 25,193 |
| Hollins, VA | 5.3 mi | 15,113 |
| Vinton, VA | 2.5 mi | 8,021 |
| Cloverdale, VA | 6.9 mi | 3,193 |
| Blue Ridge, VA | 10.5 mi | 3,169 |
| Daleville, VA | 9.9 mi | 2,716 |
| Laymantown, VA | 8.1 mi | 1,836 |
| Glenvar, VA | 10.7 mi | 821 |
| Troutville, VA | 10.9 mi | 465 |
| Stewartsville, VA | 8.1 mi | 452 |
| Boones Mill, VA | 10.5 mi | 260 |
…and 19 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Roanoke office
- The Roanoke 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 Roanoke office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 701-8179 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 701-8179 (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 Roanoke, this is the closest office for about 31 surrounding communities, including Vinton, Cave Spring, Hollins, Salem, Cloverdale. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Covington, 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.