Superior Social Security Office
4221 Tower Ave, Superior, WI 54880
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Superior Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Wisconsin, serving Douglas County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Superior and 138 nearby communities, roughly 102,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Duluth, about 6.6 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 138
- people in service area
- 102K
- to next-nearest office
- 6.6 mi
- offices in Wisconsin
- 26
- county
- Douglas County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 628-6578
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-715-395-2234
Superior 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) 628-6578 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 Superior office
- The office is located on Tower Avenue near Menards.
- Parking is available.
- Highway 35 from the south Becomes Tower Avenue, Highway US 2 and US 53 come into Town from the east and Intesect with Belknap St.
- Turn west and travel 2 miles to the intersection of Tower and Belknap.
- Proceed south on Tower approximately 2 miles to the office.
Superior office location
Services at the Superior Social Security office
Staff at the Superior 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 Superior office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Superior office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 138 surrounding communities, the largest is Thomson (5,557 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Thomson, WI | 12.3 mi | 5,557 |
| Superior (Town), WI | 7.8 mi | 2,276 |
| Esko, WI | 12.3 mi | 2,222 |
| Midway, WI | 8.4 mi | 1,421 |
| Parkland, WI | 6.6 mi | 1,235 |
| Amnicon, WI | 13.2 mi | 1,232 |
| Oakland, WI | 14.5 mi | 1,186 |
| Lakeside, WI | 12.5 mi | 683 |
| Superior (Village), WI | 2.2 mi | 675 |
| Silver Brook, WI | 12.8 mi | 629 |
| Wrenshall, WI | 14.1 mi | 441 |
| Oliver, WI | 4.8 mi | 418 |
…and 126 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Superior
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Frequently asked questions about the Superior office
- The Superior 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 Superior office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 628-6578 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 628-6578 (TTY 1-715-395-2234), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Superior, this is the closest office for about 138 surrounding communities, including Superior (Village), Oliver, Parkland, Superior (Town), Midway. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Duluth, about 6.6 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.