Social Security Offices in Iowa
Locate your nearest Social Security Administration (SSA) field office in Iowa. Find office hours, direct telephone lines, appointment guidelines, and required document checklists.
Find the Closest SSA Office in Iowa
Use your GPS location or enter a 5-digit ZIP code to reorder the offices on this page by distance.
Browse SSA Offices in Iowa by City (18 Municipalities)
All 18 SSA Field Offices in Iowa
Grouped by City (18 Municipalities) Ames 1 Location
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Davenport 1 Location
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Decorah 1 Location
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Decorah Social Security Office
Des Moines 1 Location
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Fort Dodge 1 Location
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Social Security Administration (SSA) Regional Administration in Iowa
Social Security Administration field operations across Iowa are managed under SSA Federal Region 7, headquartered in Kansas City. The regional office oversees service quality, policy compliance, and resource allocation across all 18 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 Iowa field office. Medical eligibility determinations are subsequently conducted in partnership with the Iowa state Disability Determination Services (DDS) agency, ensuring that state-licensed physicians and disability examiners evaluate clinical records in accordance with federal SSA regulations.
Iowa towns without a Social Security office
These Iowa 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.
- Iowa City, IA: nearest Social Security office Coralville Social Security Office · 2.6 mi
Iowa Social Security Office Hours, Phone and Fax Numbers
Offices in Iowa whose hours differ from Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
| Office | City | Type | Weekday hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decorah Social Security Office | Decorah | Resident station | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Hours from the SSA office locator. All offices close on weekends and on federal holidays.
Helpful SSA Guides for Iowa 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 Iowa
Helpful answers to common questions about visiting a Social Security office.
How many Social Security field offices are located in Iowa?
There are currently 18 active Social Security Administration field offices operating across Iowa. 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 Iowa?
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 Iowa.
What are the typical operating hours for SSA offices in Iowa?
17 of the 18 offices in Iowa are open Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; 1 keep a different schedule (listed below). 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 Iowa?
Field offices in Iowa are administratively part of SSA Federal Region 7, overseen by the Regional Headquarters in Kansas City. Initial medical disability reviews are handled in coordination with the Iowa state Disability Determination Services (DDS).