What are the hours of the Wausau Social Security office?

The Wausau 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 Wausau office?

Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 269-9186 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.

What is the phone number for the Wausau Social Security office?

You can reach the office at (855) 269-9186 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.

Which towns does the Wausau Social Security office serve?

Besides Wausau, this is the closest office for about 133 surrounding communities, including Schofield, Rib Mountain (CDP), Wausau (Town), Rothschild, Rib Mountain. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.

Is there another Social Security office near Wausau?

The next-closest field office is in Wisconsin Rapids, about 41 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.

Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Wausau office?

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.

Wausau Social Security Office

352 Grand Ave, Wausau, WI 54403

Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026

The Wausau Social Security office is one of 26 field offices in Wisconsin, serving Marathon County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Wausau and 133 nearby communities, roughly 178,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Wisconsin Rapids, about 41 miles away.

nearby towns served: 133
people in service area: 178K
to next-nearest office: 41 mi
offices in Wisconsin: 26
county: Marathon County

Address

352 Grand Ave
Wausau, WI 54403

Get directions

Phone

Local:: (855) 269-9186
National:: 1-800-772-1213
TTY:: 1-800-325-0778

Wausau office hours

Hours below

Open 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 (855) 269-9186 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 Wausau office

Across from St.
Mary's Church.
3 blocks south of the Marathon County Courthouse.

Wausau office location

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Services at the Wausau Social Security office

Staff at the Wausau 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 Wausau office

Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Wausau office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 133 surrounding communities, the largest is Weston (15,688 residents):

Town	Distance	Population
Weston, WI	5.7 mi	15,688
Kronenwetter, WI	9.2 mi	8,455
Rib Mountain, WI	4.9 mi	7,286
Rib Mountain (CDP), WI	3.8 mi	5,963
Rothschild, WI	4.6 mi	5,546
Maine, WI	6 mi	2,607
Stettin, WI	7.8 mi	2,579
Wausau (Town), WI	4.5 mi	2,160
Schofield, WI	3.2 mi	2,143
Texas, WI	8.8 mi	1,611
Marathon, WI	8.6 mi	998
Weston (Town), WI	4.9 mi	663

…and 121 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Frequently asked questions about the Wausau office

What are the hours of the Wausau Social Security office?: The Wausau 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 Wausau office?: Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (855) 269-9186 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Wausau Social Security office?: You can reach the office at (855) 269-9186 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Wausau Social Security office serve?: Besides Wausau, this is the closest office for about 133 surrounding communities, including Schofield, Rib Mountain (CDP), Wausau (Town), Rothschild, Rib Mountain. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Wausau?: The next-closest field office is in Wisconsin Rapids, about 41 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Wausau office?: 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.