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Social Security Offices in Franklin, North Carolina
Franklin is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 2123 Lakeside Dr (28734).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 19 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
19 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Franklin Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #482
Checking status…Franklin, NC 28734
2123 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, NC 28734Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Franklin Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Franklin 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 Franklin & 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 Franklin 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 | Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Franklin 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 Franklin
#1 Closest 52.1 mi
Hendersonville, NC 28792
205 S Grove St
(866) 964-5053 Open →
#2 Closest 54.9 mi
Asheville, NC 28805
800 Centre Park Dr
(866) 572-8361 Open →
#3 Closest 60.0 mi
Anderson, SC 29625
4 Civic Ctr Blvd Ext
(877) 505-4549 Open →
#4 Closest 62.5 mi
Greenville, SC 29615
319 Pelham Rd
(877) 274-5423 Open →
#5 Closest 64.4 mi
Knoxville, TN 37923
9031 Cross Park Dr
(866) 331-9091 Open →
#6 Closest 71.6 mi
Morristown, TN 37813
3112 Millers Point Dr
(866) 875-6156 Open →
Local Coverage (19 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Franklin
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills, NC | Franklin office | 12.1 mi |
| Cullowhee, NC | Franklin office | 13.2 mi |
| Highlands, NC | Franklin office | 13.7 mi |
| Webster, NC | Franklin office | 13.7 mi |
| Dillsboro, NC | Franklin office | 13.8 mi |
| Glenville, NC | Franklin office | 14.1 mi |
| Sylva, NC | Franklin office | 15.1 mi |
| Cashiers, NC | Franklin office | 16.4 mi |
| Bryson City, NC | Franklin office | 16.6 mi |
| Whittier, NC | Franklin office | 16.6 mi |
| Cherokee, NC | Franklin office | 20.5 mi |
| Andrews, NC | Franklin office | 25.8 mi |
| Robbinsville, NC | Franklin office | 26.3 mi |
| Hayesville, NC | Franklin office | 27.4 mi |
| Maggie Valley, NC | Franklin office | 28.7 mi |
| Lake Santeetlah, NC | Franklin office | 30.4 mi |
| Fontana Dam, NC | Franklin office | 30.5 mi |
| Marble, NC | Franklin office | 31.5 mi |
| Murphy, NC | Franklin office | 37.7 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Franklin Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Franklin, NC?
Franklin has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 2123 Lakeside Dr (28734).
What are the published hours for Franklin Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Franklin 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 Franklin?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Hendersonville, NC (52.1 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Franklin 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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