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Social Security Offices in Alton, Illinois
Alton is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 501 Belle St, Room 103 Federal Bldg (62002).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 64 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
64 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Alton Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #512
Checking status…Alton, IL 62002
501 Belle St, Room 103 Federal Bldg, Alton, IL 62002Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Alton Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Alton Social Security Office Hours
Standard Weekday Hours (Wed Closes 12:00 PM)
- Monday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Thursday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Wait Times & Holidays
Best Time to Visit Alton & Closures
Typical Wait Pattern & 2026–2027 Holiday Closures
Mon Very busy
Tue Good day
Wed Closes 12 PM
Thu Best day
Fri Moderate
Upcoming Federal Holiday Closures
NOV 11
Veterans Day Wed · Closed
NOV 26
Thanksgiving Day Thu · Closed
DEC 25
Christmas Day Fri · Closed
JAN 01
New Year's Day Fri · Closed
JAN 18
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. Mon · Closed
FEB 15
Washington's Birthday Mon · Closed
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Can You Skip a Trip to a Alton Social Security Office?
🟢 Online or Phone
Replacement SSN card · Award letter · Direct deposit🟡 Book Appointment
Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare (1-800-772-1213)🔴 Visit with Originals
First SSN card · Legal name change · Citizenship| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Alton Visit Notes & Required Originals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replace a Social Security card | 🟢 Online / Phone | Online at SSA.gov or by phone | Bring unexpired photo ID only if online replacement is unavailable. |
| Benefit verification (award) letter | 🟢 Instant Online | Download PDF online or call 1-800-772-1213 | No trip to a Alton office needed unless urgent printed proof is required. |
| Update direct deposit or address | 🟢 Online / Phone | Online account or automated phone line | Can be completed without visiting a Alton branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Alton branch or 1-800-772-1213 to book an appointment. |
| Apply for SSI benefits | 🟡 Call First | Scheduled phone or in-person interview | Call ahead; bring income, bank, and residency documents. |
| First-time SSN card or legal name change | 🔴 Visit with Originals | Start online, then bring originals | Must present original or certified marriage/court order + unexpired photo ID. |
Nearby Branches
Other Social Security Offices Near Alton
#1 Closest 14.3 mi
Saint Louis, MO 63121
25 N Oaks Plz
(888) 810-7291 Open →
#2 Closest 17.9 mi
St Louis, MO 63103
717 N 16th St, Suite 100
(888) 748-2014 Open →
#3 Closest 18.6 mi
East St Louis, IL 62201
650 Missouri Ave, Room 104 Federal Bldg
(877) 700-4849 Open →
#4 Closest 22.6 mi
Saint Peters, MO 63376
4800 Executive Ctr Pky
(877) 405-3570 Open →
#5 Closest 25.1 mi
Belleville, IL 62226
227 W Pointe Dr
(877) 405-0471 Open →
#6 Closest 64.4 mi
Springfield, IL 62704
3112 Constitution Dr
(877) 279-9504 Open →
Local Coverage (64 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Alton
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Alton, IL | Alton office | 4.3 mi |
| Godfrey, IL | Alton office | 4.5 mi |
| Rosewood Heights, IL | Alton office | 6.1 mi |
| Wood River, IL | Alton office | 6.2 mi |
| Hartford, IL | Alton office | 7.5 mi |
| Bethalto, IL | Alton office | 7.7 mi |
| Moro, IL | Alton office | 8.9 mi |
| Roxana, IL | Alton office | 9.0 mi |
| South Roxana, IL | Alton office | 9.0 mi |
| Elsah, IL | Alton office | 10.0 mi |
| Brighton, IL | Alton office | 10.5 mi |
| Edwardsville, IL | Alton office | 12.8 mi |
| Holiday Shores, IL | Alton office | 13.6 mi |
| Grafton, IL | Alton office | 14.1 mi |
| Prairietown, IL | Alton office | 15.1 mi |
| Otterville, IL | Alton office | 15.7 mi |
| Bunker Hill, IL | Alton office | 16.3 mi |
| Jerseyville, IL | Alton office | 17.2 mi |
| Shipman, IL | Alton office | 17.4 mi |
| Fidelity, IL | Alton office | 18.1 mi |
Show all 64 nearby places around Alton (+44 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hamel, IL | Alton office | 18.8 mi |
| Worden, IL | Alton office | 18.8 mi |
| Royal Lakes, IL | Alton office | 19.6 mi |
| Medora, IL | Alton office | 19.7 mi |
| Dorchester, IL | Alton office | 20.9 mi |
| Wilsonville, IL | Alton office | 21.6 mi |
| Brussels, IL | Alton office | 21.9 mi |
| Fieldon, IL | Alton office | 22.4 mi |
| Kane, IL | Alton office | 22.4 mi |
| Staunton, IL | Alton office | 22.8 mi |
| Livingston, IL | Alton office | 23.4 mi |
| Mount Clare, IL | Alton office | 23.7 mi |
| Williamson, IL | Alton office | 23.7 mi |
| Alhambra, IL | Alton office | 24.2 mi |
| Sawyerville, IL | Alton office | 24.4 mi |
| Benld, IL | Alton office | 24.9 mi |
| Gillespie, IL | Alton office | 25.5 mi |
| White City, IL | Alton office | 25.6 mi |
| Chesterfield, IL | Alton office | 25.9 mi |
| Rockbridge, IL | Alton office | 26.0 mi |
| East Gillespie, IL | Alton office | 26.3 mi |
| Eagarville, IL | Alton office | 26.5 mi |
| Batchtown, IL | Alton office | 26.8 mi |
| Lake Ka-Ho, IL | Alton office | 27.6 mi |
| Mount Olive, IL | Alton office | 27.6 mi |
| New Douglas, IL | Alton office | 28.4 mi |
| Hardin, IL | Alton office | 29.8 mi |
| Carrollton, IL | Alton office | 30.1 mi |
| Greenfield, IL | Alton office | 31.2 mi |
| Carlinville, IL | Alton office | 31.4 mi |
| Walshville, IL | Alton office | 32.9 mi |
| Eldred, IL | Alton office | 33.5 mi |
| Sorento, IL | Alton office | 33.7 mi |
| Litchfield, IL | Alton office | 34.2 mi |
| Kampsville, IL | Alton office | 36.1 mi |
| Hamburg, IL | Alton office | 36.8 mi |
| Panama, IL | Alton office | 36.9 mi |
| Donnellson, IL | Alton office | 39.4 mi |
| White Hall, IL | Alton office | 39.4 mi |
| Taylor Springs, IL | Alton office | 40.7 mi |
| Hillview, IL | Alton office | 42.8 mi |
| Wilmington, IL | Alton office | 43.7 mi |
| Coffeen, IL | Alton office | 44.9 mi |
| Pearl, IL | Alton office | 45.7 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Alton Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Alton, IL?
Alton has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 501 Belle St, Room 103 Federal Bldg (62002).
What are the published hours for Alton Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Alton field office is Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Closed on weekends and federal holidays.
What is the closest alternative Social Security office outside Alton?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Saint Louis, MO (14.3 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Alton Social Security office?
Yes, most in-person tasks require an appointment. Call the direct branch phone number listed above or 1-800-772-1213 before visiting. Start online services at my Social Security (SSA.gov) ↗.
Is this an official SSA page?
No. SSA Office Finder is an independent public directory. Visit SSA.gov ↗ for official government instructions.
Official government portal: Social Security Administration (SSA.gov) ↗
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