Seattle Social Security Office
13510 Aurora Ave N, Suite B, Seattle, WA 98133
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Seattle Social Security office is one of 22 field offices in Washington, serving King County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Seattle and 7 nearby communities, roughly 84,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Lynnwood, about 7.6 miles away.
- offices in Seattle
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 7
- people in service area
- 84K
- to next-nearest office
- 7.6 mi
- offices in Washington
- 22
- county
- King County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 931-2875
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Seattle 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) 931-2875 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 Seattle office
Located in the Aurora Corners Mini Mall behind Super Supplements on the corner of Aurora Avenue N and Ne 135th St.
Seattle office location
Services at the Seattle Social Security office
Staff at the Seattle 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 Seattle office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Seattle office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 7 surrounding communities, the largest is Shoreline (57,918 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Shoreline, WA | 2 mi | 57,918 |
| Lake Forest Park, WA | 3.6 mi | 13,358 |
| Esperance, WA | 4.3 mi | 4,410 |
| Indianola, WA | 8.6 mi | 3,564 |
| Kingston, WA | 8.7 mi | 2,836 |
| Woodway, WA | 5.1 mi | 1,307 |
| Port Gamble Tribal Community, WA | 12.9 mi | 783 |
Other Social Security offices near Seattle
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Frequently asked questions about the Seattle office
- The Seattle 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 Seattle office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 931-2875 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 931-2875 (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 Seattle, this is the closest office for about 7 surrounding communities, including Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Esperance, Woodway, Indianola. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Lynnwood, about 7.6 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.