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Social Security Offices in Ruston, Louisiana

Ruston is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 2017 Bular St (71270).

Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 31 nearby towns.

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Local Offices
1
Nearby Towns
31
Other Branches
6
Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4
Direct Branch Listings

Ruston Social Security Office Listings (1)

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Weekly Schedule

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

#1 Closest 30.4 mi

Monroe, LA 71201

1120 Plaza Blvd

(866) 815-8716 Open →
#2 Closest 61.2 mi

Natchitoches, LA 71457

950 Keyser Ave

(855) 634-4195 Open →
#3 Closest 63.6 mi

Shreveport, LA 71105

1240 S Pointe Pkwy

(877) 319-3074 Open →
#4 Closest 88.3 mi

Alexandria, LA 71301

3401 North Blvd

(877) 876-3171 Open →
#5 Closest 99.8 mi

Natchez, MS 39120

110 Lower Woodville Rd, Ground Floor

(877) 405-4565 Open →
#6 Closest 101.4 mi

Marshall, TX 75670

1509 Sedberry St

(800) 467-5313 Open →
Local Coverage (31 Towns)

Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Ruston

Nearby places and their closest listed Social Security office around Ruston
Nearby Town Closest Listed Office Distance
Vienna, LA Ruston office
4.5 mi
Choudrant, LA Ruston office
4.9 mi
Grambling, LA Ruston office
5.8 mi
Simsboro, LA Ruston office
10.1 mi
Dubach, LA Ruston office
10.9 mi
Downsville, LA Ruston office
12.8 mi
Quitman, LA Ruston office
15.1 mi
Calhoun, LA Ruston office
15.3 mi
Eros, LA Ruston office
15.5 mi
Arcadia, LA Ruston office
18.0 mi
Chatham, LA Ruston office
19.1 mi
Bernice, LA Ruston office
19.3 mi
North Hodge, LA Ruston office
19.5 mi
East Hodge, LA Ruston office
19.8 mi
Farmerville, LA Ruston office
19.8 mi
Hodge, LA Ruston office
20.5 mi
Lisbon, LA Ruston office
22.2 mi
Jonesboro, LA Ruston office
22.6 mi
Bryceland, LA Ruston office
23.2 mi
Bienville, LA Ruston office
24.8 mi
Show all 31 nearby places around Ruston (+11 more)
All calculated nearest-office results around Ruston
Nearby Town Closest Listed Office Distance
Athens, LA Ruston office 25.3 mi
Lillie, LA Ruston office 25.7 mi
Mount Lebanon, LA Ruston office 25.7 mi
Gibsland, LA Ruston office 25.8 mi
Spearsville, LA Ruston office 26.4 mi
Homer, LA Ruston office 30.9 mi
Lucky, LA Ruston office 31.5 mi
Junction City, LA Ruston office 32.2 mi
Dodson, LA Ruston office 32.7 mi
Sikes, LA Ruston office 33.4 mi
Haynesville, LA Ruston office 41.9 mi
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Ruston Social Security Offices

How many Social Security offices are in Ruston, LA?

Ruston has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 2017 Bular St (71270).

What are the published hours for Ruston Social Security offices?

The published schedule for the Ruston 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 Ruston?

The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Monroe, LA (30.4 miles away).

Do I need an appointment to visit a Ruston 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.

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