Shelby, NC Directory 1 Field Office · Independent Directory
Social Security Offices in Shelby, North Carolina
Shelby is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 707 Schenck St (28150).
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
Shelby Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #B01
Checking status…Shelby, NC 28150
707 Schenck St, Shelby, NC 28150Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Shelby Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Shelby 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 Shelby & 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 Shelby 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 | Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Shelby 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 Shelby
#1 Closest 21.9 mi
Gastonia, NC 28054
609 Cotton Blossom Cir
(866) 331-2193 Open →
#2 Closest 32.8 mi
Spartanburg, SC 29306
145 N Church St, Ste 300
(866) 701-6620 Open →
#3 Closest 39.5 mi
Rock Hill, SC 29730
499 Lakeshore Pkwy
(877) 626-9589 Open →
#4 Closest 46.7 mi
Charlotte, NC 28227
2201 Coronation Blvd., Suite 100
(888) 383-1598 Open →
#5 Closest 51.7 mi
Statesville, NC 28625
2038 Davie Ave
(855) 722-3497 Open →
#6 Closest 51.9 mi
Hendersonville, NC 28792
205 S Grove St
(866) 964-5053 Open →
Local Coverage (35 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Shelby
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Light Oak, NC | Shelby office | 3.5 mi |
| Patterson Springs, NC | Shelby office | 4.7 mi |
| Kingstown, NC | Shelby office | 6.4 mi |
| Lattimore, NC | Shelby office | 7.1 mi |
| Earl, NC | Shelby office | 7.2 mi |
| Waco, NC | Shelby office | 7.5 mi |
| Boiling Springs, NC | Shelby office | 7.9 mi |
| Lawndale, NC | Shelby office | 8.1 mi |
| Mooresboro, NC | Shelby office | 9.1 mi |
| Dellview, NC | Shelby office | 9.2 mi |
| Fallston, NC | Shelby office | 9.2 mi |
| Grover, NC | Shelby office | 9.8 mi |
| Polkville, NC | Shelby office | 10.1 mi |
| Cherryville, NC | Shelby office | 10.7 mi |
| Kings Mountain, NC | Shelby office | 11.3 mi |
| Belwood, NC | Shelby office | 12.8 mi |
| Ellenboro, NC | Shelby office | 12.8 mi |
| Cliffside, NC | Shelby office | 13.4 mi |
| Caroleen, NC | Shelby office | 14.4 mi |
| Casar, NC | Shelby office | 15.4 mi |
Show all 35 nearby places around Shelby (+15 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Henrietta, NC | Shelby office | 15.4 mi |
| Bostic, NC | Shelby office | 17.4 mi |
| Forest City, NC | Shelby office | 19.0 mi |
| Spindale, NC | Shelby office | 22.2 mi |
| Ruth, NC | Shelby office | 23.7 mi |
| Rutherfordton, NC | Shelby office | 24.3 mi |
| Mountain View, NC | Shelby office | 28.2 mi |
| Salem, NC | Shelby office | 29.2 mi |
| Hildebran, NC | Shelby office | 29.7 mi |
| Icard, NC | Shelby office | 29.8 mi |
| Rutherford College, NC | Shelby office | 31.3 mi |
| Valdese, NC | Shelby office | 31.4 mi |
| Drexel, NC | Shelby office | 31.9 mi |
| Morganton, NC | Shelby office | 31.9 mi |
| Glen Alpine, NC | Shelby office | 32.9 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Shelby Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Shelby, NC?
Shelby has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 707 Schenck St (28150).
What are the published hours for Shelby Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Shelby 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 Shelby?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Gastonia, NC (21.9 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Shelby 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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