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Social Security Offices in El Monte, California
El Monte is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 9351 Telstar Ave. (91731).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 10 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
10 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
El Monte Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #384
Checking status…El Monte, CA 91731
9351 Telstar Ave., El Monte, CA 91731Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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El Monte Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
El Monte 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 El Monte & 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 El Monte 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 | El Monte 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 El Monte 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 El Monte branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local El Monte 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 El Monte
#1 Closest 4.2 mi
Alhambra, CA 91801
555 W Main St, Suite E
(866) 227-6561 Open →
#2 Closest 4.7 mi
Montebello, CA 90640
2216 W Beverly Blvd
(866) 964-7435 Open →
#3 Closest 6.5 mi
Whittier, CA 90602
7200 Greenleaf Ave, Suite 200
(866) 336-2187 Open →
#4 Closest 6.6 mi
Pasadena, CA 91106
104 N Mentor Ave
(877) 255-1508 Open →
#5 Closest 7.9 mi
West Covina, CA 91790
501 S Vincent Ave, Ste 201
(866) 964-0162 Open →
#6 Closest 8.4 mi
Los Angeles, CA 90033
215 N Soto St
(866) 964-2035 Open →
Local Coverage (10 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near El Monte
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rosemead, CA | El Monte office | 1.0 mi |
| South El Monte, CA | El Monte office | 1.6 mi |
| South San Gabriel, CA | El Monte office | 2.3 mi |
| Temple City, CA | El Monte office | 2.3 mi |
| North El Monte, CA | El Monte office | 3.3 mi |
| East San Gabriel, CA | El Monte office | 3.4 mi |
| Avocado Heights, CA | El Monte office | 4.4 mi |
| Mayflower Village, CA | El Monte office | 4.5 mi |
| Arcadia, CA | El Monte office | 4.7 mi |
| South Monrovia Island, CA | El Monte office | 5.5 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: El Monte Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in El Monte, CA?
El Monte has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 9351 Telstar Ave. (91731).
What are the published hours for El Monte Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the El Monte 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 El Monte?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Alhambra, CA (4.2 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a El Monte 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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