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Social Security Offices in Decatur, Alabama

Decatur is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 717 Mcglathery Ln Se (35601).

Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 18 nearby towns.

Local Offices
1
Nearby Towns
18
Other Branches
6
Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4
Direct Branch Listings

Decatur Social Security Office Listings (1)

Local Map

Decatur Social Security Office Map

Weekly Schedule

Decatur 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 Decatur & 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
Save Time

Can You Skip a Trip to a Decatur 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
Online and phone alternatives versus visiting a Decatur Social Security office in person
Task Best Method Fastest Option Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur branch.
Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare 🟡 Call First Online application or phone interview Call your local Decatur 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 Decatur

Local Coverage (18 Towns)

Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Decatur

Nearby places and their closest listed Social Security office around Decatur
Nearby Town Closest Listed Office Distance
Trinity, AL Decatur office
5.9 mi
Priceville, AL Decatur office
6.4 mi
Mooresville, AL Decatur office
6.7 mi
Hartselle, AL Decatur office
9.6 mi
Hillsboro, AL Decatur office
12.1 mi
Somerville, AL Decatur office
13.2 mi
Falkville, AL Decatur office
14.3 mi
Athens, AL Decatur office
14.4 mi
Moulton, AL Decatur office
18.1 mi
North Courtland, AL Decatur office
19.8 mi
Courtland, AL Decatur office
20.7 mi
Eva, AL Decatur office
21.2 mi
West Point, AL Decatur office
23.3 mi
South Vinemont, AL Decatur office
24.4 mi
Cullman, AL Decatur office
28.7 mi
East Point, AL Decatur office
28.7 mi
Lester, AL Decatur office
29.7 mi
Berlin, AL Decatur office
30.1 mi
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Decatur Social Security Offices

How many Social Security offices are in Decatur, AL?

Decatur has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 717 Mcglathery Ln Se (35601).

What are the published hours for Decatur Social Security offices?

The published schedule for the Decatur 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 Decatur?

The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Huntsville, AL (21.0 miles away).

Do I need an appointment to visit a Decatur 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) ↗