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Social Security Offices in Erie, Pennsylvania
Erie is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 717 State St, Highmark Bldg Ste 500 (16501).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 22 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
22 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Erie Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #205
Checking status…Erie, PA 16501
717 State St, Highmark Bldg Ste 500, Erie, PA 16501Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Erie Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Erie 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 Erie & 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 Erie 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 | Erie 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 Erie 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 Erie branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Erie 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 Erie
#1 Closest 35.1 mi
Meadville, PA 16335
19063 Park Ave Plaza
(888) 347-9276 Open →
#2 Closest 39.8 mi
Ashtabula, OH 44004
4815 State Rd
(877) 223-6059 Open →
#3 Closest 42.7 mi
Jamestown, NY 14701
321 Hazeltine Ave
(877) 319-3079 Open →
#4 Closest 45.8 mi
Dunkirk, NY 14048
437 Main St, Suite 2
(888) 862-2139 Open →
#5 Closest 57.1 mi
Cranberry, PA 16319
80 Regina Dr
(888) 848-6464 Open →
#6 Closest 64.6 mi
Hermitage, PA 16148
2380 Garden Way
(877) 467-1702 Open →
Local Coverage (22 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Erie
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Park, PA | Erie office | 3.5 mi |
| Wesleyville, PA | Erie office | 3.7 mi |
| Northwest Harborcreek, PA | Erie office | 4.8 mi |
| Penn State Erie (Behrend), PA | Erie office | 5.1 mi |
| McKean, PA | Erie office | 9.4 mi |
| Fairview, PA | Erie office | 11.3 mi |
| Avonia, PA | Erie office | 11.6 mi |
| Waterford, PA | Erie office | 13.6 mi |
| North East, PA | Erie office | 14.1 mi |
| Girard, PA | Erie office | 14.8 mi |
| Lake City, PA | Erie office | 15.5 mi |
| Wattsburg, PA | Erie office | 16.8 mi |
| Platea, PA | Erie office | 17.6 mi |
| Mill Village, PA | Erie office | 18.3 mi |
| Union City, PA | Erie office | 20.2 mi |
| Cranesville, PA | Erie office | 20.3 mi |
| Elgin, PA | Erie office | 23.1 mi |
| Corry, PA | Erie office | 27.0 mi |
| Columbus, PA | Erie office | 28.6 mi |
| Bear Lake, PA | Erie office | 31.3 mi |
Show all 22 nearby places around Erie (+2 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar Grove, PA | Erie office | 39.5 mi |
| Russell, PA | Erie office | 50.2 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Erie Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Erie, PA?
Erie has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 717 State St, Highmark Bldg Ste 500 (16501).
What are the published hours for Erie Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Erie 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 Erie?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Meadville, PA (35.1 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Erie 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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