Sheridan Social Security Office
2268 N Main St, Sheridan, WY 82801
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Sheridan Social Security office is one of 3 field offices in Wyoming, serving Sheridan County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Sheridan and 42 nearby communities, roughly 73,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Billings, about 100 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 42
- people in service area
- 73K
- to next-nearest office
- 100 mi
- offices in Wyoming
- 3
- county
- Sheridan County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 530-7798
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Sheridan office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-12pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 12pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 12pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 12pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 12pm |
| Friday | 9am to 12pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (866) 530-7798 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 Sheridan office
- Take exit 23 from I-90; go west on fifth Street, cross Mainstreet, go up the Hill, pass the Hospital on the right, follow the left Curve and turn right into the parking Lot in front of the Gas Station, go straight.
- The Social Security entrance is right in front of you.
Sheridan office location
Services at the Sheridan Social Security office
Staff at the Sheridan 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 Sheridan office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Sheridan office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 42 surrounding communities, the largest is Buffalo (4,469 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, WY | 34.7 mi | 4,469 |
| Ranchester, WY | 11.3 mi | 1,110 |
| Powder Horn, WY | 7.7 mi | 953 |
| Dayton, WY | 14.5 mi | 828 |
| Story, WY | 16.8 mi | 805 |
| Lodge Grass, WY | 39.6 mi | 440 |
| Big Horn, WY | 8.6 mi | 382 |
| Parkman, WY | 20 mi | 371 |
| Wyola, WY | 30 mi | 199 |
| Birney, WY | 42.2 mi | 150 |
| Clearmont, WY | 31.7 mi | 119 |
| Forty Mile Colony, WY | 36.7 mi | n/a |
…and 30 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Sheridan office
- The Sheridan office is generally open 9am to 12pm, 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 Sheridan office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 530-7798 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 530-7798 (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 Sheridan, this is the closest office for about 42 surrounding communities, including Powder Horn, Big Horn, Ranchester, Dayton, Story. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Billings, about 100 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.