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Social Security Offices in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 101 12th Ave, Rm 138 (99701).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 107 nearby towns.
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1 Nearby Towns
107 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Fairbanks Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #998
Checking status…Fairbanks, AK 99701
101 12th Ave, Rm 138, Fairbanks, AK 99701Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Fairbanks Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks & 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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First SSN card · Legal name change · Citizenship| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks
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Anchorage, AK 99513
222 W 8th Ave, Room A11
(866) 772-3081 Open →
#2 Closest 626.1 mi
Juneau, AK 99801
709 West Ninth St, Room 831e
(800) 478-7124 Open →
#3 Closest 1444.8 mi
Bellingham, WA 98225
710 Alabama St
(866) 256-6906 Open →
#4 Closest 1467.4 mi
Mt Vernon, WA 98273
710 E College Way, Suite A
(866) 931-7108 Open →
#5 Closest 1498.4 mi
Everett, WA 98201
3809 Broadway
(866) 563-4595 Open →
#6 Closest 1505.1 mi
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(877) 575-5197 Open →
Local Coverage (107 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Fairbanks
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Van Horn, AK | Fairbanks office | 3.1 mi |
| College, AK | Fairbanks office | 3.9 mi |
| Farmers Loop, AK | Fairbanks office | 4.8 mi |
| Badger, AK | Fairbanks office | 9.5 mi |
| Fox, AK | Fairbanks office | 9.6 mi |
| Steele Creek, AK | Fairbanks office | 10.0 mi |
| Chena Ridge, AK | Fairbanks office | 10.1 mi |
| Ester, AK | Fairbanks office | 10.2 mi |
| North Pole, AK | Fairbanks office | 11.7 mi |
| Goldstream, AK | Fairbanks office | 11.8 mi |
| Moose Creek, AK | Fairbanks office | 18.3 mi |
| Two Rivers, AK | Fairbanks office | 18.4 mi |
| Eielson AFB, AK | Fairbanks office | 22.2 mi |
| Pleasant Valley, AK | Fairbanks office | 23.9 mi |
| Salcha, AK | Fairbanks office | 32.1 mi |
| Four Mile Road, AK | Fairbanks office | 44.8 mi |
| Nenana, AK | Fairbanks office | 45.7 mi |
| Harding-Birch Lakes, AK | Fairbanks office | 47.0 mi |
| Livengood, AK | Fairbanks office | 49.0 mi |
| Anderson, AK | Fairbanks office | 56.7 mi |
Show all 107 nearby places around Fairbanks (+87 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Minto, AK | Fairbanks office | 57.8 mi |
| Ferry, AK | Fairbanks office | 65.4 mi |
| Healy, AK | Fairbanks office | 71.5 mi |
| Whitestone, AK | Fairbanks office | 71.5 mi |
| Big Delta, AK | Fairbanks office | 75.2 mi |
| Rampart, AK | Fairbanks office | 75.3 mi |
| Delta Junction, AK | Fairbanks office | 80.7 mi |
| Fort Greely, AK | Fairbanks office | 84.6 mi |
| Manley Hot Springs, AK | Fairbanks office | 86.9 mi |
| Stevens Village, AK | Fairbanks office | 90.9 mi |
| Denali Park, AK | Fairbanks office | 92.1 mi |
| Deltana, AK | Fairbanks office | 101.1 mi |
| Cantwell, AK | Fairbanks office | 103.5 mi |
| Central, AK | Fairbanks office | 104.8 mi |
| Healy Lake, AK | Fairbanks office | 106.8 mi |
| Beaver, AK | Fairbanks office | 107.3 mi |
| Birch Creek, AK | Fairbanks office | 111.9 mi |
| Circle, AK | Fairbanks office | 120.7 mi |
| Dry Creek, AK | Fairbanks office | 124.5 mi |
| Tanana, AK | Fairbanks office | 129.1 mi |
| Dot Lake, AK | Fairbanks office | 134.1 mi |
| Dot Lake Village, AK | Fairbanks office | 137.3 mi |
| Fort Yukon, AK | Fairbanks office | 139.2 mi |
| Paxson, AK | Fairbanks office | 141.7 mi |
| Venetie, AK | Fairbanks office | 155.4 mi |
| Lake Minchumina, AK | Fairbanks office | 159.8 mi |
| Tanacross, AK | Fairbanks office | 164.6 mi |
| Chalkyitsik, AK | Fairbanks office | 167.3 mi |
| Tok, AK | Fairbanks office | 175.3 mi |
| Chistochina, AK | Fairbanks office | 176.5 mi |
| Evansville, AK | Fairbanks office | 178.2 mi |
| Mentasta Lake, AK | Fairbanks office | 178.2 mi |
| Bettles, AK | Fairbanks office | 179.2 mi |
| Coldfoot, AK | Fairbanks office | 180.0 mi |
| Allakaket, AK | Fairbanks office | 182.1 mi |
| Chicken, AK | Fairbanks office | 182.5 mi |
| Alatna, AK | Fairbanks office | 188.3 mi |
| Eagle, AK | Fairbanks office | 191.4 mi |
| Eagle Village, AK | Fairbanks office | 194.0 mi |
| Tetlin, AK | Fairbanks office | 194.7 mi |
| Wiseman, AK | Fairbanks office | 195.0 mi |
| Slana, AK | Fairbanks office | 201.9 mi |
| Hughes, AK | Fairbanks office | 205.1 mi |
| Nabesna, AK | Fairbanks office | 216.5 mi |
| Northway, AK | Fairbanks office | 226.1 mi |
| Ruby, AK | Fairbanks office | 229.5 mi |
| Arctic Village, AK | Fairbanks office | 238.4 mi |
| Alcan Border, AK | Fairbanks office | 247.4 mi |
| Anaktuvuk Pass, AK | Fairbanks office | 253.6 mi |
| Huslia, AK | Fairbanks office | 256.3 mi |
| Chisana, AK | Fairbanks office | 256.7 mi |
| Galena, AK | Fairbanks office | 269.7 mi |
| Koyukuk, AK | Fairbanks office | 292.8 mi |
| Kobuk, AK | Fairbanks office | 296.6 mi |
| Shungnak, AK | Fairbanks office | 302.2 mi |
| Nulato, AK | Fairbanks office | 311.1 mi |
| Ambler, AK | Fairbanks office | 325.7 mi |
| Kaltag, AK | Fairbanks office | 330.0 mi |
| Selawik, AK | Fairbanks office | 369.2 mi |
| Kaktovik, AK | Fairbanks office | 380.4 mi |
| Nuiqsut, AK | Fairbanks office | 381.3 mi |
| Prudhoe Bay, AK | Fairbanks office | 382.9 mi |
| Kiana, AK | Fairbanks office | 387.3 mi |
| Buckland, AK | Fairbanks office | 393.4 mi |
| Koyuk, AK | Fairbanks office | 393.4 mi |
| Shaktoolik, AK | Fairbanks office | 400.5 mi |
| Noorvik, AK | Fairbanks office | 400.6 mi |
| Elim, AK | Fairbanks office | 429.1 mi |
| Deering, AK | Fairbanks office | 439.4 mi |
| Kotzebue, AK | Fairbanks office | 439.8 mi |
| Golovin, AK | Fairbanks office | 451.1 mi |
| White Mountain, AK | Fairbanks office | 461.7 mi |
| Atqasuk, AK | Fairbanks office | 463.3 mi |
| Noatak, AK | Fairbanks office | 466.6 mi |
| Red Dog Mine, AK | Fairbanks office | 472.1 mi |
| Utqiaġvik, AK | Fairbanks office | 500.5 mi |
| Kivalina, AK | Fairbanks office | 506.0 mi |
| Wainwright, AK | Fairbanks office | 511.7 mi |
| Nome, AK | Fairbanks office | 522.2 mi |
| Point Lay, AK | Fairbanks office | 524.3 mi |
| Shishmaref, AK | Fairbanks office | 533.3 mi |
| Teller, AK | Fairbanks office | 542.3 mi |
| Brevig Mission, AK | Fairbanks office | 546.3 mi |
| Port Clarence, AK | Fairbanks office | 555.3 mi |
| Point Hope, AK | Fairbanks office | 571.1 mi |
| Wales, AK | Fairbanks office | 589.5 mi |
| Diomede, AK | Fairbanks office | 612.9 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Fairbanks Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Fairbanks, AK?
Fairbanks has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 101 12th Ave, Rm 138 (99701).
What are the published hours for Fairbanks Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Anchorage, AK (259.5 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Fairbanks 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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