Social Security Offices in California
Locate your nearest Social Security Administration (SSA) field office in California. Find office hours, direct telephone lines, appointment guidelines, and required document checklists.
Find the Closest SSA Office in California
Use your GPS location or enter a 5-digit ZIP code to reorder the offices on this page by distance.
Popular Cities in California
Show all 107 cities in California
Major Metropolitan Areas in California
High-traffic metropolitan hubs with multiple Social Security field offices and specialized service centers.
Bakersfield 2 Locations
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Bakersfield 2 Locations
Fresno 3 Locations
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Fresno 3 Locations
Los Angeles 7 Locations
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Los Angeles 7 Locations
Oakland 2 Locations
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Oakland 2 Locations
Sacramento 3 Locations
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Sacramento 3 Locations
San Diego 2 Locations
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San Diego 2 Locations
San Francisco 3 Locations
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San Francisco 3 Locations
San Jose 3 Locations
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San Jose 3 Locations
All Other Cities in California
Municipalities with a single dedicated SSA field office. Select a city to view local hours, exact address, and direct telephone assistance.
Social Security Administration (SSA) Regional Administration in California
Social Security Administration field operations across California are managed under SSA Federal Region 9, headquartered in San Francisco. The regional office oversees service quality, policy compliance, and resource allocation across all 124 local field facilities in the state.
For residents applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), non-medical eligibility (work credits, income, and assets) is verified at your local California field office. Medical eligibility determinations are subsequently conducted in partnership with the California state Disability Determination Services (DDS) agency, ensuring that state-licensed physicians and disability examiners evaluate clinical records in accordance with federal SSA regulations.
California towns without a Social Security office
These California cities have no SSA office of their own. Each page lists the nearest offices with distance, phone, hours and the ZIP codes each office is closest to.
- Inglewood, CA: nearest Social Security office Hawthorne Social Security Office · 1.6 mi
- Irvine, CA: nearest Social Security office Santa Ana Social Security Office · 5.3 mi
- Van Nuys, CA: nearest Social Security office Panorama City Social Security Office · 2.3 mi
- Walnut Creek, CA: nearest Social Security office Concord Social Security Office · 5.5 mi
California Social Security Office Hours, Phone and Fax Numbers
Every office in California keeps the same weekly schedule. All are closed on weekends and on federal holidays.
Helpful SSA Guides for California Residents
Step-by-step instructions to prepare documents, schedule appointments, or apply online before traveling to an office.
Frequently Asked Questions about SSA Offices in California
Helpful answers to common questions about visiting a Social Security office.
How many Social Security field offices are located in California?
There are currently 124 active Social Security Administration field offices operating across California. Each location provides full assistance with retirement benefits, disability claims (SSDI/SSI), Medicare enrollment, and replacement Social Security cards.
Do I have to visit the office closest to my home address in California?
While the SSA recommends visiting the office assigned to your ZIP code for formal in-person hearings or disability evaluations, you can handle standard routine transactions (such as submitting document proofs or applying for replacement cards) at any SSA field office within California.
What are the typical operating hours for SSA offices in California?
All 124 offices in California are open Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Offices are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. Hours come from the SSA office locator; confirm before travelling.
Which federal SSA region oversees field offices in California?
Field offices in California are administratively part of SSA Federal Region 9, overseen by the Regional Headquarters in San Francisco. Initial medical disability reviews are handled in coordination with the California state Disability Determination Services (DDS).