Social Security Offices in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 8865 Stanford Blvd, Lakeside Bldg, Ste 110 (21045).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 13 nearby towns.
Columbia Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #195
Checking status…Columbia, MD 21045
8865 Stanford Blvd, Lakeside Bldg, Ste 110, Columbia, MD 21045Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Columbia 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
Best Time to Visit Columbia & Closures
Typical Wait Pattern & 2026–2027 Holiday Closures
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Can You Skip a Trip to a Columbia 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 | Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Columbia 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. |
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Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Columbia
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Savage, MD | Columbia office | 2.9 mi |
| Ilchester, MD | Columbia office | 3.5 mi |
| Jessup, MD | Columbia office | 3.5 mi |
| Elkridge, MD | Columbia office | 4.1 mi |
| North Laurel, MD | Columbia office | 4.5 mi |
| Scaggsville, MD | Columbia office | 4.8 mi |
| Fulton, MD | Columbia office | 5.6 mi |
| Maryland City, MD | Columbia office | 6.0 mi |
| Ellicott City, MD | Columbia office | 6.1 mi |
| West Laurel, MD | Columbia office | 6.4 mi |
| Laurel, MD | Columbia office | 6.9 mi |
| Highland, MD | Columbia office | 7.5 mi |
| Lisbon, MD | Columbia office | 17.0 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions: Columbia Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Columbia, MD?
Columbia has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 8865 Stanford Blvd, Lakeside Bldg, Ste 110 (21045).
What are the published hours for Columbia Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Columbia 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 Columbia?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Baltimore, MD (9.5 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Columbia 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) ↗