Social Security Offices in San Jose, California
San Jose has 3 Social Security Administration field offices. Below: every office with its street address, direct phone number and real weekly hours, a side-by-side comparison, and the ZIP codes each office is closest to.
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Offices Serving San Jose, CA
3 LocationsCompare the 3 Social Security offices in San Jose
Address, direct phone line and weekly hours from the SSA office locator; the last column is the number of ZIP codes for which this is the closest office (straight-line distance).
| Office | Address | Phone | Weekday hours | Closest for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose South Social Security Office | 6140 Cottle Rd, 95123 | (888) 383-1180 | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | 8 ZIPs |
| San Jose East Social Security Office | 2500 Fontaine Rd, 95121 | (866) 931-4496 | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | 9 ZIPs |
| San Jose Social Security Office | 280 S First Street, RM 244 2ND FL, 95113 | (866) 331-2235 | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | 14 ZIPs |
Which San Jose office is closest to you
SSA does not publish a service-area map and any field office can take a routine request. The lists below assign each ZIP code to its closest office by straight-line distance, so they show the office most people in each area would travel to, not an official jurisdiction.
San Jose South Social Security Office · 6140 Cottle Rd
Closest office for 8 ZIP codes, including Coyote, Los Gatos. Full ZIP list →
San Jose East Social Security Office · 2500 Fontaine Rd
Closest office for 9 ZIP codes, including Livermore, Mount Hamilton. Full ZIP list →
SSA directions: From US-101 exit Tully Rd East, turn right on Alvin Ave, then right on Fontaine Rd. Located near Chuck-E-Cheese, next to Motel 6.
San Jose Social Security Office · 280 S First Street
Closest office for 14 ZIP codes, including Santa Clara, Milpitas. Full ZIP list →
SSA directions: 2nd Floor of Federal Building.
Social Security office hours in San Jose
All 3 Social Security offices in San Jose are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. All offices are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. SSA now asks visitors to schedule before coming in, and appointment holders are served first.
Nearest Social Security offices outside San Jose
Straight-line distance from the San Jose South Social Security Office. Useful when the San Jose office is closed on the day you need it or you live on the edge of the city.
- Campbell Social Security Office Campbell, CA · 10.1 mi
- Mountain View Social Security Office Mountain View, CA · 19 mi
- Gilroy Social Security Office Gilroy, CA · 19.2 mi
Helpful Social Security Guides for San Jose Residents
Step-by-step guidance to prepare documents, reach a representative by phone, and handle benefits before visiting an office.
Frequently Asked Questions about SSA Offices in San Jose
Answers built from the office records for San Jose, CA.
Do I need an appointment to visit a Social Security office in San Jose?
SSA asks visitors to schedule before coming in, and appointment holders are served first. Book through the SSA appointment questionnaire at ssa.gov, call the San Jose South Social Security Office at (888) 383-1180, or check whether your task (replacement card, benefit letter, address change) can be completed online with no visit.
Which of the 3 Social Security offices in San Jose should I use?
Any San Jose field office can handle routine requests. SSA does not publish a service-area map, so this directory assigns each ZIP code to its closest office by straight-line distance: the San Jose South Social Security Office (6140 Cottle Rd) is closest for 8 ZIP codes, including Coyote, Los Gatos; the San Jose East Social Security Office (2500 Fontaine Rd) is closest for 9 ZIP codes, including Livermore, Mount Hamilton; the San Jose Social Security Office (280 S First Street) is closest for 14 ZIP codes, including Santa Clara, Milpitas.
What are the Social Security office hours in San Jose, CA?
All 3 Social Security offices in San Jose are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. All offices are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. Hours come from the SSA office locator; confirm before travelling.
What is the next closest Social Security office outside San Jose?
the Campbell Social Security Office in Campbell, CA (10.1 miles), the Mountain View Social Security Office in Mountain View, CA (19 miles), the Gilroy Social Security Office in Gilroy, CA (19.2 miles). Distances are straight-line from the San Jose South Social Security Office.
What is the fastest way to replace a Social Security card in San Jose?
For most U.S. citizens the fastest route is the online request through a personal "my Social Security" account at ssa.gov; offices cannot print a card on the spot. If you must apply in person (for example after a legal name change or for a non-citizen record update), bring original or certified proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
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