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Social Security Offices in Modesto, California
Modesto is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 1521 N Carpenter Rd, Suite E1 (95351).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 35 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
35 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Modesto Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #978
Checking status…Modesto, CA 95351
1521 N Carpenter Rd, Suite E1, Modesto, CA 95351Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Modesto Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Modesto 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 Modesto & 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 Modesto 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 | Modesto 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 Modesto 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 Modesto branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Modesto 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 Modesto
#1 Closest 28.5 mi
Stockton, CA 95219
4747 Feather River Dr
(877) 803-6314 Open →
#2 Closest 34.6 mi
Lodi, CA 95240
1110 W Kettleman Ln, Ste 3
(888) 257-2641 Open →
#3 Closest 38.2 mi
Merced, CA 95348
3185 M St
(888) 632-7069 Open →
#4 Closest 42.5 mi
Sonora, CA 95370
745 Morning Star Dr
(888) 397-4125 Open →
#5 Closest 49.7 mi
San Jose, CA 95121
2500 Fontaine Rd
(866) 931-4496 Open →
#6 Closest 50.1 mi
Antioch, CA 94509
2508 Verne Roberts Cir
(866) 331-2324 Open →
Local Coverage (35 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Modesto
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Modesto, CA | Modesto office | 2.7 mi |
| Rouse, CA | Modesto office | 2.9 mi |
| Airport, CA | Modesto office | 3.6 mi |
| Bystrom, CA | Modesto office | 3.8 mi |
| Riverdale Park, CA | Modesto office | 3.8 mi |
| Bret Harte, CA | Modesto office | 4.1 mi |
| Parklawn, CA | Modesto office | 4.4 mi |
| Salida, CA | Modesto office | 4.6 mi |
| Ceres, CA | Modesto office | 5.3 mi |
| Del Rio, CA | Modesto office | 6.3 mi |
| Riverbank, CA | Modesto office | 6.7 mi |
| Empire, CA | Modesto office | 6.9 mi |
| Cowan, CA | Modesto office | 7.1 mi |
| Ripon, CA | Modesto office | 8.0 mi |
| Monterey Park Tract, CA | Modesto office | 9.1 mi |
| Escalon, CA | Modesto office | 9.4 mi |
| Keyes, CA | Modesto office | 9.5 mi |
| Hughson, CA | Modesto office | 9.8 mi |
| Grayson, CA | Modesto office | 10.4 mi |
| Westley, CA | Modesto office | 12.0 mi |
Show all 35 nearby places around Modesto (+15 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale, CA | Modesto office | 12.4 mi |
| Valley Home, CA | Modesto office | 13.4 mi |
| Patterson, CA | Modesto office | 14.1 mi |
| Turlock, CA | Modesto office | 14.1 mi |
| Manteca, CA | Modesto office | 14.2 mi |
| Waterford, CA | Modesto office | 15.2 mi |
| Hickman, CA | Modesto office | 15.5 mi |
| Denair, CA | Modesto office | 15.7 mi |
| East Oakdale, CA | Modesto office | 17.2 mi |
| Crows Landing, CA | Modesto office | 18.3 mi |
| Farmington, CA | Modesto office | 18.9 mi |
| Hilmar-Irwin, CA | Modesto office | 20.1 mi |
| Diablo Grande, CA | Modesto office | 21.9 mi |
| Newman, CA | Modesto office | 23.6 mi |
| Gustine, CA | Modesto office | 28.0 mi |
Additional Facilities
Resident Stations & VSD Locations in Modesto
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Modesto Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Modesto, CA?
Modesto has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 1521 N Carpenter Rd, Suite E1 (95351).
What are the published hours for Modesto Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Modesto 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 Modesto?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Stockton, CA (28.5 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Modesto 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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