Rice Lake Social Security Office
1703 W Knapp Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Rice Lake Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Wisconsin, serving Barron County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Rice Lake and 204 nearby communities, roughly 150,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Eau Claire, about 53 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 204
- people in service area
- 150K
- to next-nearest office
- 53 mi
- offices in Wisconsin
- 26
- county
- Barron County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 823-3923
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Rice Lake 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) 823-3923 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 Rice Lake office
- The office is located at the Highway 53 and 48 intersection.
- The office is Easily Accessible from Highways 48 and 53 at exit 143 across from Marshfield Clinic.
- The office Serves Barron, Polk, and Rusk Counties.
- Office has Ample Free parking available on-Site.
Rice Lake office location
Services at the Rice Lake Social Security office
Staff at the Rice Lake 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 Rice Lake office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Rice Lake office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 204 surrounding communities, the largest is Barron (3,659 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Barron, WI | 8.7 mi | 3,659 |
| Rice Lake (Town), WI | 2 mi | 2,844 |
| Stanley, WI | 5.8 mi | 2,582 |
| Cameron, WI | 7 mi | 1,878 |
| Cedar Lake, WI | 9.7 mi | 1,086 |
| Oak Grove, WI | 6 mi | 968 |
| Barron (Town), WI | 6.8 mi | 820 |
| Sumner, WI | 9.8 mi | 708 |
| Stanfold, WI | 4.8 mi | 702 |
| Bear Lake, WI | 7.1 mi | 674 |
| Doyle, WI | 7.6 mi | 496 |
| Haugen, WI | 6.9 mi | 263 |
…and 192 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Rice Lake office
- The Rice Lake 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 Rice Lake office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 823-3923 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 823-3923 (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 Rice Lake, this is the closest office for about 204 surrounding communities, including Rice Lake (Town), Stanfold, Stanley, Oak Grove, Barron (Town). There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Eau Claire, about 53 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.