Elkhart, IN Directory 1 Field Office · Independent Directory
Social Security Offices in Elkhart, Indiana
Elkhart is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 231 Waterfall Dr (46516).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 33 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
33 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Elkhart Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #467
Checking status…Elkhart, IN 46516
231 Waterfall Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Local Map
Elkhart Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Elkhart 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 Elkhart & 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 Elkhart 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 | Elkhart 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 Elkhart 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 Elkhart branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Elkhart 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 Elkhart
#1 Closest 14.7 mi
South Bend, IN 46601
602 S Michigan St
(877) 274-5415 Open →
#2 Closest 39.0 mi
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
455 Bond St
(877) 405-5457 Open →
#3 Closest 44.9 mi
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
317 South Drake Rd
(866) 331-9088 Open →
#4 Closest 48.2 mi
Michigan City, IN 46360
636 Pine St
(866) 248-2393 Open →
#5 Closest 51.5 mi
Auburn, IN 46706
1240 S Grandstaff Dr
(866) 829-2170 Open →
#6 Closest 56.6 mi
Battle Creek, MI 49015
5700 Beckley Rd, Ste D1
(877) 445-0829 Open →
Local Coverage (33 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Elkhart
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dunlap, IN | Elkhart office | 4.1 mi |
| Simonton Lake, IN | Elkhart office | 4.8 mi |
| Osceola, IN | Elkhart office | 5.9 mi |
| Bristol, IN | Elkhart office | 7.3 mi |
| Goshen, IN | Elkhart office | 10.4 mi |
| Wakarusa, IN | Elkhart office | 10.9 mi |
| Middlebury, IN | Elkhart office | 13.3 mi |
| Vistula, IN | Elkhart office | 13.8 mi |
| New Paris, IN | Elkhart office | 14.6 mi |
| Benton, IN | Elkhart office | 15.8 mi |
| Nappanee, IN | Elkhart office | 16.6 mi |
| Millersburg, IN | Elkhart office | 17.7 mi |
| Shipshewana Lake, IN | Elkhart office | 18.8 mi |
| Milford, IN | Elkhart office | 19.5 mi |
| Shipshewana, IN | Elkhart office | 20.1 mi |
| Syracuse, IN | Elkhart office | 21.3 mi |
| Scott, IN | Elkhart office | 21.5 mi |
| Topeka, IN | Elkhart office | 23.9 mi |
| Enchanted Hills, IN | Elkhart office | 24.6 mi |
| Ligonier, IN | Elkhart office | 24.6 mi |
Show all 33 nearby places around Elkhart (+13 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leesburg, IN | Elkhart office | 25.2 mi |
| Cromwell, IN | Elkhart office | 26.7 mi |
| Oswego, IN | Elkhart office | 26.8 mi |
| Howe, IN | Elkhart office | 28.0 mi |
| Hoffman Lake, IN | Elkhart office | 28.3 mi |
| Etna Green, IN | Elkhart office | 28.5 mi |
| North Webster, IN | Elkhart office | 28.5 mi |
| Barbee, IN | Elkhart office | 30.0 mi |
| Warsaw, IN | Elkhart office | 30.9 mi |
| Winona Lake, IN | Elkhart office | 33.3 mi |
| Palestine, IN | Elkhart office | 35.2 mi |
| Mentone, IN | Elkhart office | 35.5 mi |
| Burket, IN | Elkhart office | 36.6 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Elkhart Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Elkhart, IN?
Elkhart has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 231 Waterfall Dr (46516).
What are the published hours for Elkhart Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Elkhart 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 Elkhart?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in South Bend, IN (14.7 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Elkhart 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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