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Social Security Offices in Gastonia, North Carolina

Gastonia is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 609 Cotton Blossom Cir (28054).

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

Gastonia Social Security Office Listings (1)

Local Map

Gastonia Social Security Office Map

Weekly Schedule

Gastonia 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 Gastonia & 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 Gastonia 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
Online and phone alternatives versus visiting a Gastonia Social Security office in person
Task Best Method Fastest Option Gastonia 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 Gastonia 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 Gastonia branch.
Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare 🟡 Call First Online application or phone interview Call your local Gastonia 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 Gastonia

Local Coverage (19 Towns)

Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Gastonia

Nearby places and their closest listed Social Security office around Gastonia
Nearby Town Closest Listed Office Distance
Springdale, NC Gastonia office
2.3 mi
Ranlo, NC Gastonia office
2.6 mi
Lowell, NC Gastonia office
2.9 mi
McAdenville, NC Gastonia office
4.1 mi
Spencer Mountain, NC Gastonia office
4.1 mi
Dallas, NC Gastonia office
4.5 mi
Cramerton, NC Gastonia office
5.2 mi
Belmont, NC Gastonia office
6.8 mi
Stanley, NC Gastonia office
7.5 mi
Bessemer City, NC Gastonia office
7.6 mi
Mount Holly, NC Gastonia office
9.1 mi
Alexis, NC Gastonia office
9.4 mi
High Shoals, NC Gastonia office
9.6 mi
Iron Station, NC Gastonia office
13.5 mi
Crouse, NC Gastonia office
14.2 mi
Lowesville, NC Gastonia office
14.2 mi
Lincolnton, NC Gastonia office
15.8 mi
Westport, NC Gastonia office
19.7 mi
Maiden, NC Gastonia office
23.7 mi
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Gastonia Social Security Offices

How many Social Security offices are in Gastonia, NC?

Gastonia has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 609 Cotton Blossom Cir (28054).

What are the published hours for Gastonia Social Security offices?

The published schedule for the Gastonia 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 Gastonia?

The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Shelby, NC (21.9 miles away).

Do I need an appointment to visit a Gastonia 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) ↗