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Social Security Offices in Lorain, Ohio
Lorain is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 221 W 5th St (44052).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 17 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
17 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Lorain Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #391
Checking status…Lorain, OH 44052
221 W 5th St, Lorain, OH 44052Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Lorain Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Lorain 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 Lorain & 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 Lorain 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 | Lorain 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 Lorain 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 Lorain branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Lorain 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 Lorain
#1 Closest 20.4 mi
Middleburg Hts, OH 44130
7344 Pearl Rd, Suite 101
(866) 931-9176 Open →
#2 Closest 25.3 mi
Cleveland, OH 44199
1240 E 9th St, Rm 793 Ajc Fed Bldg
(877) 378-9078 Open →
#3 Closest 27.6 mi
Sandusky, OH 44870
252 Wayne St
(866) 588-7397 Open →
#4 Closest 29.8 mi
Cleveland, OH 44120
11601 Shaker Blvd
(877) 635-3546 Open →
#5 Closest 31.9 mi
Cleveland, OH 44110
15250 S. Waterloo Rd
(866) 592-1802 Open →
#6 Closest 35.4 mi
Beachwood, OH 44122
3591 Park East Dr
(877) 402-0823 Open →
Local Coverage (17 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Lorain
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield, OH | Lorain office | 4.4 mi |
| Sheffield Lake, OH | Lorain office | 4.4 mi |
| Amherst, OH | Lorain office | 5.1 mi |
| Elyria, OH | Lorain office | 7.2 mi |
| Vermilion, OH | Lorain office | 8.3 mi |
| Avon Lake, OH | Lorain office | 8.6 mi |
| South Amherst, OH | Lorain office | 8.8 mi |
| Avon, OH | Lorain office | 9.0 mi |
| North Ridgeville, OH | Lorain office | 9.7 mi |
| Oberlin, OH | Lorain office | 13.0 mi |
| Birmingham, OH | Lorain office | 13.4 mi |
| Kipton, OH | Lorain office | 15.3 mi |
| LaGrange, OH | Lorain office | 15.9 mi |
| Pheasant Run, OH | Lorain office | 17.7 mi |
| Wakeman, OH | Lorain office | 18.8 mi |
| Wellington, OH | Lorain office | 21.8 mi |
| Rochester, OH | Lorain office | 24.6 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Lorain Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Lorain, OH?
Lorain has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 221 W 5th St (44052).
What are the published hours for Lorain Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Lorain 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 Lorain?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Middleburg Hts, OH (20.4 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Lorain 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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