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Social Security Offices in Lakeland, Florida

Lakeland is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 550 Commerce Dr (33813).

Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 41 nearby towns.

Local Offices
1
Nearby Towns
41
Other Branches
6
Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4
Direct Branch Listings

Lakeland Social Security Office Listings (1)

Local Map

Lakeland Social Security Office Map

Weekly Schedule

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

Local Coverage (41 Towns)

Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Lakeland

Nearby places and their closest listed Social Security office around Lakeland
Nearby Town Closest Listed Office Distance
Lakeland Highlands, FL Lakeland office
0.8 mi
Medulla, FL Lakeland office
1.0 mi
Fuller Heights, FL Lakeland office
3.1 mi
Mulberry, FL Lakeland office
4.0 mi
Willow Oak, FL Lakeland office
4.5 mi
Highland City, FL Lakeland office
5.3 mi
Crystal Lake, FL Lakeland office
6.6 mi
Combee Settlement, FL Lakeland office
7.8 mi
Fussels Corner, FL Lakeland office
9.3 mi
Plant City, FL Lakeland office
10.0 mi
Bartow, FL Lakeland office
10.1 mi
Jan Phyl Village, FL Lakeland office
11.2 mi
Bradley Junction, FL Lakeland office
11.4 mi
Kathleen, FL Lakeland office
11.9 mi
Eagle Lake, FL Lakeland office
12.8 mi
Homeland, FL Lakeland office
12.9 mi
Inwood, FL Lakeland office
13.2 mi
Wahneta, FL Lakeland office
14.4 mi
Auburndale, FL Lakeland office
14.6 mi
Winter Haven, FL Lakeland office
15.4 mi
Show all 41 nearby places around Lakeland (+21 more)
All calculated nearest-office results around Lakeland
Nearby Town Closest Listed Office Distance
Fort Meade, FL Lakeland office 16.7 mi
Cypress Gardens, FL Lakeland office 17.0 mi
Polk City, FL Lakeland office 17.3 mi
Alturas, FL Lakeland office 19.1 mi
Lake Alfred, FL Lakeland office 19.5 mi
Waverly, FL Lakeland office 21.0 mi
Lake Wales, FL Lakeland office 22.5 mi
Fort Green, FL Lakeland office 23.1 mi
Bowling Green, FL Lakeland office 23.8 mi
Crooked Lake Park, FL Lakeland office 24.6 mi
Highland Park, FL Lakeland office 25.2 mi
Fort Green Springs, FL Lakeland office 25.7 mi
Hillcrest Heights, FL Lakeland office 27.8 mi
Babson Park, FL Lakeland office 28.1 mi
Wauchula, FL Lakeland office 30.1 mi
Frostproof, FL Lakeland office 30.5 mi
Lemon Grove, FL Lakeland office 31.8 mi
Ona, FL Lakeland office 33.1 mi
Zolfo Springs, FL Lakeland office 34.1 mi
Avon Park, FL Lakeland office 37.9 mi
Sebring, FL Lakeland office 46.2 mi
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Lakeland Social Security Offices

How many Social Security offices are in Lakeland, FL?

Lakeland has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 550 Commerce Dr (33813).

What are the published hours for Lakeland Social Security offices?

The published schedule for the Lakeland 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 Lakeland?

The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Seffner, FL (19.6 miles away).

Do I need an appointment to visit a Lakeland 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) ↗