Social Security Offices in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 35 Congress St, Suite 101 (01970).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 13 nearby towns.
Salem Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #046
Checking status…Salem, MA 01970
35 Congress St, Suite 101, Salem, MA 01970Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Salem Social Security Office Map
Salem 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
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Can You Skip a Trip to a Salem 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 | Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Salem 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. |
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Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Salem
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marblehead, MA | Salem office | 2.4 mi |
| Swampscott, MA | Salem office | 3.4 mi |
| Beverly, MA | Salem office | 3.5 mi |
| Peabody, MA | Salem office | 4.2 mi |
| Lynn, MA | Salem office | 4.7 mi |
| Danvers, MA | Salem office | 5.0 mi |
| Nahant, MA | Salem office | 7.0 mi |
| Lynnfield, MA | Salem office | 7.7 mi |
| Topsfield, MA | Salem office | 9.1 mi |
| Essex, MA | Salem office | 10.4 mi |
| Ipswich, MA | Salem office | 11.5 mi |
| Gloucester, MA | Salem office | 12.9 mi |
| Rockport, MA | Salem office | 16.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions: Salem Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Salem, MA?
Salem has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 35 Congress St, Suite 101 (01970).
What are the published hours for Salem Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Salem 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 Salem?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Malden, MA (11.6 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Salem 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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