Washington Social Security Office
1905-b 9th St NE, Washington, DC 20018
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Washington Social Security office is one of 3 field offices in District of Columbia. It is the closest office for residents of Washington and 21 nearby communities, roughly 163,000 people. Washington has more than one office, the next-closest is on 1300 D St SW, about 2.9 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Washington
- 3
- nearby towns served
- 21
- people in service area
- 163K
- to next-nearest office
- 2.9 mi
- offices in District of Columbia
- 3
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 737-4470
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Washington 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) 737-4470 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 Washington office
- Located in Shopping Center across from Joseph Curseen and Thomas Morris Post office Formerly Known as the Brentwood Post office.
- Public Transpo Rtation to D8 Bus from Rhode Island Metro Station towards Union Station.
Washington office location
Services at the Washington Social Security office
Staff at the Washington 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 Washington office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Washington office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 21 surrounding communities, the largest is Chillum (34,230 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Chillum, DC | 3.2 mi | 34,230 |
| Hyattsville, DC | 3.7 mi | 20,873 |
| Bladensburg, DC | 3.6 mi | 9,525 |
| Mount Rainier, DC | 2.3 mi | 8,212 |
| Riverdale Park, DC | 4.6 mi | 7,247 |
| Cheverly, DC | 4.2 mi | 6,076 |
| Brentwood, DC | 2.7 mi | 3,770 |
| Edmonston, DC | 3.9 mi | 1,591 |
| Colmar Manor, DC | 2.8 mi | 1,572 |
| Fairmount Heights, DC | 4.3 mi | 1,501 |
| Cottage City, DC | 2.8 mi | 1,311 |
| North Brentwood, DC | 3 mi | 580 |
…and 9 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Washington
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Frequently asked questions about the Washington office
- The Washington 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 Washington office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 737-4470 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 737-4470 (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 Washington, this is the closest office for about 21 surrounding communities, including Mount Rainier, Brentwood, Colmar Manor, Cottage City, North Brentwood. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Washington has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 1300 D St SW, about 2.9 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- 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.