Rhinelander Social Security Office
2023 Navajo St, Rhinelander, WI 54501
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Rhinelander Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Wisconsin, serving Oneida County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Rhinelander and 175 nearby communities, roughly 143,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Wausau, about 50 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 175
- people in service area
- 143K
- to next-nearest office
- 50 mi
- offices in Wisconsin
- 26
- county
- Oneida County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 868-8185
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-715-369-6881
Rhinelander 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) 868-8185 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 Rhinelander office
- Office Physical address is 2023 Navajo St., on the Highway 17 bypass between east Timber drive and north Stevens Street.
- Navajo Street is on the east side of the Highway 17 bypass and is the next Street north of the Ymca and the Oneida County Law Enforcement Center, Both of which are on Winnebago Street.
- The Mailing address is Po Box 220, Rhinelander Wi 545 01-0220.
- Coming from the north on Highway 17, go straight at the lights after passing Menards and the Aspirus Clinic.
- Navajo Street is first Street on left.
Rhinelander office location
Services at the Rhinelander Social Security office
Staff at the Rhinelander 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 Rhinelander office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Rhinelander office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 175 surrounding communities, the largest is Newbold (2,873 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Newbold, WI | 10.1 mi | 2,873 |
| Pelican, WI | 4.5 mi | 2,845 |
| Pine Lake, WI | 2.6 mi | 2,764 |
| Crescent, WI | 5.9 mi | 2,011 |
| Sugar Camp, WI | 10.5 mi | 1,845 |
| Lake Tomahawk, WI | 13.6 mi | 1,171 |
| Harrison, WI | 13.8 mi | 830 |
| Woodboro, WI | 11.8 mi | 823 |
| Stella, WI | 7.4 mi | 568 |
| Enterprise, WI | 10.7 mi | 358 |
| Monico, WI | 12.1 mi | 263 |
| Piehl, WI | 13.2 mi | 76 |
…and 163 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Rhinelander office
- The Rhinelander 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 Rhinelander office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 868-8185 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 868-8185 (TTY 1-715-369-6881), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Rhinelander, this is the closest office for about 175 surrounding communities, including Pine Lake, Pelican, Crescent, Stella, Newbold. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Wausau, about 50 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.