Social Security Offices in Newark, New Jersey
Newark has 2 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 Newark, NJ
2 LocationsCompare the 2 Social Security offices in Newark
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Social Security Office | 970 Broad Street, ROOM 1035, 07102 | (877) 255-1507 | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | 6 ZIPs |
| Springfield Ave Social Security Office | 274 Springfield Ave, 07103 | (877) 402-0821 | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | 5 ZIPs |
Which Newark 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.
Newark Social Security Office · 970 Broad Street
Closest office for 6 ZIP codes, including Harrison, Kearny, North Arlington. Full ZIP list →
SSA directions: Located on the 10th floor of the Peter Rodino Federal Building.
Springfield Ave Social Security Office · 274 Springfield Ave
Closest office for 5 ZIP codes, including Irvington. Full ZIP list →
Social Security office hours in Newark
Both Social Security offices in Newark 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 Newark
Straight-line distance from the Newark Social Security Office. Useful when the Newark office is closed on the day you need it or you live on the edge of the city.
- East Orange Social Security Office East Orange, NJ · 3.7 mi
- Jersey City Social Security Office Jersey City, NJ · 4.6 mi
- Union Township Social Security Office Union, NJ · 4.9 mi
Helpful Social Security Guides for Newark 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 Newark
Answers built from the office records for Newark, NJ.
Do I need an appointment to visit a Social Security office in Newark?
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 Newark Social Security Office at (877) 255-1507, or check whether your task (replacement card, benefit letter, address change) can be completed online with no visit.
Which of the 2 Social Security offices in Newark should I use?
Any Newark 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 Newark Social Security Office (970 Broad Street) is closest for 6 ZIP codes, including Harrison, Kearny, North Arlington; the Springfield Ave Social Security Office (274 Springfield Ave) is closest for 5 ZIP codes, including Irvington.
What are the Social Security office hours in Newark, NJ?
Both Social Security offices in Newark 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 Newark?
the East Orange Social Security Office in East Orange, NJ (3.7 miles), the Jersey City Social Security Office in Jersey City, NJ (4.6 miles), the Union Township Social Security Office in Union, NJ (4.9 miles). Distances are straight-line from the Newark Social Security Office.
What is the fastest way to replace a Social Security card in Newark?
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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