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Social Security Offices in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 455 Sw 5th St, Ste F (50309).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 82 nearby towns.
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1 Nearby Towns
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6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Des Moines Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #690
Checking status…Des Moines, IA 50309
455 Sw 5th St, Ste F, Des Moines, IA 50309Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Des Moines Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Des Moines 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 Des Moines & 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 Des Moines 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 | Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Des Moines 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 Des Moines
#1 Closest 47.2 mi
Marshalltown, IA 50158
2502 S 2nd St
(877) 819-2595 Open →
#2 Closest 52.7 mi
Creston, IA 50801
906 E Taylor St
(866) 613-2827 Open →
#3 Closest 70.0 mi
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
2315 2nd Ave N
(866) 839-6193 Open →
#4 Closest 72.6 mi
Ottumwa, IA 52501
2429 Northgate St, Suite A
(866) 964-7394 Open →
#5 Closest 87.5 mi
Waterloo, IA 50701
3121 Greyhound Dr
(888) 456-9554 Open →
#6 Closest 101.7 mi
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
3165 Williams Blvd Sw, Ste 100
(866) 495-0088 Open →
Local Coverage (82 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Des Moines
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor Heights, IA | Des Moines office | 5.1 mi |
| Pleasant Hill, IA | Des Moines office | 6.1 mi |
| Saylorville, IA | Des Moines office | 7.1 mi |
| Norwalk, IA | Des Moines office | 7.5 mi |
| Carlisle, IA | Des Moines office | 8.4 mi |
| West Des Moines, IA | Des Moines office | 8.5 mi |
| Altoona, IA | Des Moines office | 8.8 mi |
| Urbandale, IA | Des Moines office | 9.1 mi |
| Johnston, IA | Des Moines office | 9.5 mi |
| Clive, IA | Des Moines office | 9.6 mi |
| Cumming, IA | Des Moines office | 9.8 mi |
| Ankeny, IA | Des Moines office | 10.7 mi |
| Grimes, IA | Des Moines office | 11.6 mi |
| Spring Hill, IA | Des Moines office | 11.6 mi |
| Bondurant, IA | Des Moines office | 12.2 mi |
| Waukee, IA | Des Moines office | 13.6 mi |
| Hartford, IA | Des Moines office | 14.0 mi |
| Runnells, IA | Des Moines office | 14.2 mi |
| Mitchellville, IA | Des Moines office | 14.6 mi |
| Polk City, IA | Des Moines office | 15.0 mi |
Show all 82 nearby places around Des Moines (+62 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Indianola, IA | Des Moines office | 15.2 mi |
| Martensdale, IA | Des Moines office | 15.5 mi |
| Elkhart, IA | Des Moines office | 15.7 mi |
| Granger, IA | Des Moines office | 16.0 mi |
| Alleman, IA | Des Moines office | 16.3 mi |
| Ackworth, IA | Des Moines office | 16.7 mi |
| Van Meter, IA | Des Moines office | 17.1 mi |
| Bevington, IA | Des Moines office | 17.4 mi |
| Swan, IA | Des Moines office | 17.8 mi |
| Valeria, IA | Des Moines office | 18.5 mi |
| Sandyville, IA | Des Moines office | 18.8 mi |
| Prairie City, IA | Des Moines office | 19.7 mi |
| St. Marys, IA | Des Moines office | 19.7 mi |
| Dallas Center, IA | Des Moines office | 20.0 mi |
| Sheldahl, IA | Des Moines office | 20.1 mi |
| De Soto, IA | Des Moines office | 20.3 mi |
| Adel, IA | Des Moines office | 20.4 mi |
| Patterson, IA | Des Moines office | 20.8 mi |
| Colfax, IA | Des Moines office | 21.0 mi |
| Slater, IA | Des Moines office | 21.1 mi |
| Mingo, IA | Des Moines office | 21.7 mi |
| Huxley, IA | Des Moines office | 21.8 mi |
| Milo, IA | Des Moines office | 22.1 mi |
| Pleasantville, IA | Des Moines office | 22.4 mi |
| St. Charles, IA | Des Moines office | 22.4 mi |
| Cambridge, IA | Des Moines office | 22.7 mi |
| Madrid, IA | Des Moines office | 22.9 mi |
| Minburn, IA | Des Moines office | 24.4 mi |
| Woodward, IA | Des Moines office | 24.4 mi |
| Maxwell, IA | Des Moines office | 24.5 mi |
| Kelley, IA | Des Moines office | 25.8 mi |
| Winterset, IA | Des Moines office | 26.0 mi |
| Earlham, IA | Des Moines office | 26.6 mi |
| Monroe, IA | Des Moines office | 27.1 mi |
| Bouton, IA | Des Moines office | 27.5 mi |
| New Virginia, IA | Des Moines office | 28.0 mi |
| Truro, IA | Des Moines office | 28.1 mi |
| Luther, IA | Des Moines office | 28.6 mi |
| Lacona, IA | Des Moines office | 29.5 mi |
| Redfield, IA | Des Moines office | 29.7 mi |
| Perry, IA | Des Moines office | 30.2 mi |
| Ames, IA | Des Moines office | 30.9 mi |
| Melcher-Dallas, IA | Des Moines office | 31.3 mi |
| Dexter, IA | Des Moines office | 31.7 mi |
| Knoxville, IA | Des Moines office | 32.3 mi |
| Diamondhead Lake, IA | Des Moines office | 32.9 mi |
| Linden, IA | Des Moines office | 33.8 mi |
| Boone, IA | Des Moines office | 35.0 mi |
| Berkley, IA | Des Moines office | 35.9 mi |
| Dawson, IA | Des Moines office | 35.9 mi |
| Gilbert, IA | Des Moines office | 36.4 mi |
| Lucas, IA | Des Moines office | 38.7 mi |
| Rippey, IA | Des Moines office | 38.7 mi |
| Williamson, IA | Des Moines office | 38.8 mi |
| Panora, IA | Des Moines office | 39.1 mi |
| Woodburn, IA | Des Moines office | 39.3 mi |
| Jamaica, IA | Des Moines office | 39.9 mi |
| Yale, IA | Des Moines office | 40.4 mi |
| Lake Panorama, IA | Des Moines office | 41.6 mi |
| Chariton, IA | Des Moines office | 42.0 mi |
| Derby, IA | Des Moines office | 45.6 mi |
| Bagley, IA | Des Moines office | 45.7 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Des Moines Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Des Moines, IA?
Des Moines has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 455 Sw 5th St, Ste F (50309).
What are the published hours for Des Moines Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Marshalltown, IA (47.2 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Des Moines 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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