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Social Security Offices in Roswell, New Mexico
Roswell is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 500 N Richardson Ave, Room 122 (88201).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 20 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
20 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Roswell Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #859
Checking status…Roswell, NM 88201
500 N Richardson Ave, Room 122, Roswell, NM 88201Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Roswell Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Roswell 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 Roswell & 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 Roswell 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 | Roswell 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 Roswell 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 Roswell branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Roswell 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 Roswell
#1 Closest 93.1 mi
Hobbs, NM 88240
501 E Bender Blvd
(866) 254-2611 Open →
#2 Closest 104.3 mi
Clovis, NM 88101
1208 Arcineiga Dr
(866) 931-9945 Open →
#3 Closest 149.0 mi
Las Cruces, NM 88011
2141 Summit Ct
(866) 563-9294 Open →
#4 Closest 149.2 mi
Lubbock, TX 79416
5825 16th St
(866) 467-0460 Open →
#5 Closest 160.6 mi
El Paso, TX 79901
600 Texas Ave
(866) 964-6229 Open →
#6 Closest 163.9 mi
Odessa, TX 79762
2015 E 37th St
(866) 404-1866 Open →
Local Coverage (20 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Roswell
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Midway, NM | Roswell office | 8.1 mi |
| Dexter, NM | Roswell office | 16.7 mi |
| Hagerman, NM | Roswell office | 22.4 mi |
| Lake Arthur, NM | Roswell office | 29.0 mi |
| Morningside, NM | Roswell office | 37.8 mi |
| Artesia, NM | Roswell office | 38.2 mi |
| Hope, NM | Roswell office | 42.0 mi |
| Atoka, NM | Roswell office | 43.3 mi |
| Ruidoso Downs, NM | Roswell office | 62.0 mi |
| Capitan, NM | Roswell office | 62.7 mi |
| Ruidoso, NM | Roswell office | 66.1 mi |
| Mayhill, NM | Roswell office | 66.7 mi |
| Happy Valley, NM | Roswell office | 68.5 mi |
| Nogal, NM | Roswell office | 69.1 mi |
| Weed, NM | Roswell office | 71.5 mi |
| Twin Forks, NM | Roswell office | 72.2 mi |
| Pinon, NM | Roswell office | 73.0 mi |
| Sacramento, NM | Roswell office | 73.6 mi |
| Mescalero, NM | Roswell office | 75.9 mi |
| Carrizozo, NM | Roswell office | 77.7 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Roswell Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Roswell, NM?
Roswell has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 500 N Richardson Ave, Room 122 (88201).
What are the published hours for Roswell Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Roswell 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 Roswell?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Hobbs, NM (93.1 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Roswell 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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