Appleton Social Security Office
607 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI 54911
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Appleton Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Wisconsin, serving Calumet County / Outagamie County / Winnebago County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Appleton and 77 nearby communities, roughly 265,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Oshkosh, about 20 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 77
- people in service area
- 265K
- to next-nearest office
- 20 mi
- offices in Wisconsin
- 26
- county
- Calumet County / Outagamie County / Winnebago County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 694-5495
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-920-739-6862
Appleton 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 (877) 694-5495 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 Appleton office
The office is located at 607 W Northland Avenue at the corner of Richmond St (Highway 47) and Northland (00) Directly behind Arby'a and next to Pdq Carwash Express.
Appleton office location
Services at the Appleton Social Security office
Staff at the Appleton 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 Appleton office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Appleton office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 77 surrounding communities, the largest is Neenah (27,525 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Neenah, WI | 7.4 mi | 27,525 |
| Grand Chute, WI | 1.8 mi | 23,876 |
| Fox Crossing, WI | 5.8 mi | 18,925 |
| Menasha, WI | 5.2 mi | 18,107 |
| Harrison, WI | 5.6 mi | 13,179 |
| Greenville, WI | 6.6 mi | 12,964 |
| Little Chute, WI | 4.8 mi | 12,170 |
| Kimberly, WI | 3.8 mi | 7,465 |
| Center, WI | 6.3 mi | 3,666 |
| Combined Locks, WI | 5.1 mi | 3,641 |
| Vandenbroek, WI | 6.2 mi | 1,667 |
| Harrison (Town), WI | 5 mi | n/a |
…and 65 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Appleton office
- The Appleton 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 Appleton office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 694-5495 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 694-5495 (TTY 1-920-739-6862), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Appleton, this is the closest office for about 77 surrounding communities, including Grand Chute, Kimberly, Little Chute, Harrison (Town), Combined Locks. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Oshkosh, about 20 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.