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Social Security Offices in Chico, California
Chico is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 1370 E. Lassen Ave, Ste 150 (95973).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 27 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
27 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Chico Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #979
Checking status…Chico, CA 95973
1370 E. Lassen Ave, Ste 150, Chico, CA 95973Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Chico Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Chico 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 Chico & 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 Chico 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 | Chico 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 Chico 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 Chico branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Chico 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 Chico
#1 Closest 23.0 mi
Oroville, CA 95965
115 Table Mountain Bl
(866) 331-7130 Open →
#2 Closest 46.0 mi
Yuba City, CA 95991
355 Percy Ave
(866) 331-5449 Open →
#3 Closest 62.1 mi
Redding, CA 96001
2660 Park Marina Dr, Suite A
(866) 964-1236 Open →
#4 Closest 71.4 mi
Auburn, CA 95603
11855 Edgewood Rd
(866) 931-6087 Open →
#5 Closest 77.2 mi
Lakeport, CA 95453
991 Parallel Dr, Ste A
(888) 676-2666 Open →
#6 Closest 77.3 mi
Susanville, CA 96130
2603 Riverside Dr
(855) 420-8563 Open →
Local Coverage (27 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Chico
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nord, CA | Chico office | 6.1 mi |
| Butte Creek Canyon, CA | Chico office | 7.4 mi |
| Hamilton City, CA | Chico office | 9.3 mi |
| Durham, CA | Chico office | 10.1 mi |
| Cohasset, CA | Chico office | 10.2 mi |
| Forest Ranch, CA | Chico office | 12.4 mi |
| Paradise, CA | Chico office | 12.5 mi |
| Magalia, CA | Chico office | 12.8 mi |
| Vina, CA | Chico office | 15.8 mi |
| Orland, CA | Chico office | 18.4 mi |
| Stirling City, CA | Chico office | 18.5 mi |
| Artois, CA | Chico office | 20.9 mi |
| Corning, CA | Chico office | 21.0 mi |
| Los Molinos, CA | Chico office | 22.2 mi |
| Richfield, CA | Chico office | 22.4 mi |
| Tehama, CA | Chico office | 22.9 mi |
| Gerber, CA | Chico office | 25.7 mi |
| Willows, CA | Chico office | 26.1 mi |
| Las Flores, CA | Chico office | 26.6 mi |
| Butte Meadows, CA | Chico office | 26.7 mi |
Show all 27 nearby places around Chico (+7 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Proberta, CA | Chico office | 27.5 mi |
| Tobin, CA | Chico office | 31.0 mi |
| Flournoy, CA | Chico office | 33.8 mi |
| Rancho Tehama Reserve, CA | Chico office | 35.0 mi |
| Belden, CA | Chico office | 35.8 mi |
| Paskenta, CA | Chico office | 38.2 mi |
| Elk Creek, CA | Chico office | 38.7 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Chico Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Chico, CA?
Chico has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 1370 E. Lassen Ave, Ste 150 (95973).
What are the published hours for Chico Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Chico 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 Chico?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Oroville, CA (23.0 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Chico 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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