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Social Security Offices in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 169 Walnut Ave (95060).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 18 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
18 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Santa Cruz Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #061
Checking status…Santa Cruz, CA 95060
169 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Santa Cruz Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz & 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
Save Time
Can You Skip a Trip to a Santa Cruz 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 | Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz
#1 Closest 13.4 mi
Watsonville, CA 95076
180 Westgate Dr, Suite 301
(800) 521-3385 Open →
#2 Closest 21.8 mi
Campbell, CA 95008
1480 W Campbell Ave
(866) 348-5832 Open →
#3 Closest 21.9 mi
San Jose, CA 95123
6140 Cottle Rd
(888) 383-1180 Open →
#4 Closest 26.0 mi
San Jose, CA 95113
280 S First St, Rm 244 2nd Fl
(866) 331-2235 Open →
#5 Closest 26.2 mi
San Jose, CA 95121
2500 Fontaine Rd
(866) 931-4496 Open →
#6 Closest 29.9 mi
Mountain View, CA 94043
701 N Shoreline Blvd, 1st Floor
(877) 319-0161 Open →
Local Coverage (18 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Santa Cruz
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pasatiempo, CA | Santa Cruz office | 2.1 mi |
| Twin Lakes, CA | Santa Cruz office | 2.1 mi |
| Paradise Park, CA | Santa Cruz office | 2.4 mi |
| Live Oak, CA | Santa Cruz office | 2.8 mi |
| Pleasure Point, CA | Santa Cruz office | 3.3 mi |
| Capitola, CA | Santa Cruz office | 4.1 mi |
| Soquel, CA | Santa Cruz office | 4.7 mi |
| Felton, CA | Santa Cruz office | 5.4 mi |
| Mount Hermon, CA | Santa Cruz office | 5.6 mi |
| Scotts Valley, CA | Santa Cruz office | 5.8 mi |
| Seacliff, CA | Santa Cruz office | 6.0 mi |
| Bonny Doon, CA | Santa Cruz office | 7.7 mi |
| Ben Lomond, CA | Santa Cruz office | 8.0 mi |
| Zayante, CA | Santa Cruz office | 8.1 mi |
| Davenport, CA | Santa Cruz office | 9.4 mi |
| Lompico, CA | Santa Cruz office | 9.8 mi |
| Brookdale, CA | Santa Cruz office | 10.2 mi |
| Boulder Creek, CA | Santa Cruz office | 12.4 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Santa Cruz Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Santa Cruz, CA?
Santa Cruz has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 169 Walnut Ave (95060).
What are the published hours for Santa Cruz Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Watsonville, CA (13.4 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Santa Cruz 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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