Social Security Offices in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 135 Beaver St, Suite 120 (02452).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 7 nearby towns.
Waltham Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #051
Checking status…Waltham, MA 02452
135 Beaver St, Suite 120, Waltham, MA 02452Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Waltham Social Security Office Map
Waltham 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
Best Time to Visit Waltham & Closures
Typical Wait Pattern & 2026–2027 Holiday Closures
Upcoming Federal Holiday Closures
Can You Skip a Trip to a Waltham 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 | Waltham 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 Waltham 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 Waltham branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Waltham 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. |
Other Social Security Offices Near Waltham
Cambridge, MA 02138
10 Fawcett St, First Flr
Malden, MA 02148
192 Commercial St
Boston, MA 02222
10 Causeway St, Room 148
Roslindale, MA 02131
4238 Washington St
Dorchester, MA 02122
115 Freeport St
Framingham, MA 01702
One Clarks Hill, Suite 101
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Waltham
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont, MA | Waltham office | 1.6 mi |
| Watertown, MA | Waltham office | 1.8 mi |
| Newton, MA | Waltham office | 3.5 mi |
| Lexington, MA | Waltham office | 4.4 mi |
| Hanscom AFB, MA | Waltham office | 6.3 mi |
| Burlington, MA | Waltham office | 8.3 mi |
| West Concord, MA | Waltham office | 11.0 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions: Waltham Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Waltham, MA?
Waltham has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 135 Beaver St, Suite 120 (02452).
What are the published hours for Waltham Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Waltham 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 Waltham?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Cambridge, MA (3.2 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Waltham 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) ↗