Madison Social Security Office
6011 Odana Rd, Madison, WI 53719
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Madison Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Wisconsin, serving Dane County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Madison and 90 nearby communities, roughly 332,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Janesville, about 34 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 90
- people in service area
- 332K
- to next-nearest office
- 34 mi
- offices in Wisconsin
- 26
- county
- Dane County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 770-2262
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Madison 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) 770-2262 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 Madison office
- US 12/18 to Gammon Road exit.
- North on Gammon, one block to Odana.
- Turn right to the office is on the right just past the third stop light.
- Please Note to we have Extremely Limited parking to Try calling to Conduct your Business to or better Yet Try our on-Line services at www.socialsecurity.gov!!.
Madison office location
Services at the Madison Social Security office
Staff at the Madison 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 Madison office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Madison office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 90 surrounding communities, the largest is Fitchburg (30,674 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Fitchburg, WI | 6.4 mi | 30,674 |
| Middleton, WI | 3.2 mi | 22,636 |
| Verona, WI | 4.9 mi | 14,276 |
| Monona, WI | 7.6 mi | 8,779 |
| Middleton (Town), WI | 4.7 mi | 6,777 |
| Madison (Town), WI | 4.8 mi | 6,220 |
| Westport, WI | 8.4 mi | 4,177 |
| Springfield, WI | 8.1 mi | 2,915 |
| Shorewood Hills, WI | 2.6 mi | 2,146 |
| Verona (Town), WI | 7.8 mi | 1,937 |
| Blooming Grove, WI | 8.6 mi | 1,616 |
| Maple Bluff, WI | 7 mi | 1,350 |
…and 78 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Madison office
- The Madison 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 Madison office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 770-2262 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 770-2262 (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 Madison, this is the closest office for about 90 surrounding communities, including Shorewood Hills, Middleton, Middleton (Town), Madison (Town), Verona. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Janesville, about 34 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.