Charleston Social Security Office
500 Quarrier Street, Suite 300, Charleston, WV 25301
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Charleston Social Security office is one of 16 field offices in West Virginia, serving Kanawha County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Charleston and 32 nearby communities, roughly 46,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in St Albans, about 11 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 32
- people in service area
- 46K
- to next-nearest office
- 11 mi
- offices in West Virginia
- 16
- county
- Kanawha County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 527-9305
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Charleston 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 (888) 527-9305 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 Charleston office
- Leon Sullivan Way exit off i-64/i-77.
- Right at 3rd Traffic light onto Quarrier Street to 500 block.
- Office is in Charleston Federal Center.
- Parking is available in front of the Charleston Federal Center and also in the parking Garage at Town Center Mall.
Charleston office location
Services at the Charleston Social Security office
Staff at the Charleston 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 Charleston office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Charleston office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 32 surrounding communities, the largest is South Charleston (13,352 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| South Charleston, WV | 3.6 mi | 13,352 |
| Dunbar, WV | 5.5 mi | 7,330 |
| Pinch, WV | 9.3 mi | 3,538 |
| Coal Fork, WV | 6.7 mi | 1,547 |
| Marmet, WV | 8.3 mi | 1,473 |
| Chesapeake, WV | 10.4 mi | 1,313 |
| Belle, WV | 9.9 mi | 1,146 |
| Elkview, WV | 10.5 mi | 1,095 |
| Rand, WV | 6.3 mi | 977 |
| Malden, WV | 5.6 mi | 657 |
| Dupont City, WV | 6.9 mi | 491 |
| Big Chimney, WV | 6.6 mi | 484 |
…and 20 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Charleston
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Frequently asked questions about the Charleston office
- The Charleston 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 Charleston office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 527-9305 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 527-9305 (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 Charleston, this is the closest office for about 32 surrounding communities, including South Charleston, Dunbar, Malden, Rand, Big Chimney. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in St Albans, about 11 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.