Social Security Offices in Waterbury, Connecticut
Waterbury is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 51 North Elm St, Suite 1 (06702).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 10 nearby towns.
Waterbury Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #082
Checking status…Waterbury, CT 06702
51 North Elm St, Suite 1, Waterbury, CT 06702Mon: 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM · Tue–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Waterbury 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 Waterbury 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 | Waterbury 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 Waterbury 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 Waterbury branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Waterbury 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 Waterbury
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakville, CT | Waterbury office | 3.6 mi |
| Naugatuck, CT | Waterbury office | 4.8 mi |
| Watertown, CT | Waterbury office | 5.4 mi |
| Plantsville, CT | Waterbury office | 7.7 mi |
| Cheshire Village, CT | Waterbury office | 8.1 mi |
| Terryville, CT | Waterbury office | 8.5 mi |
| Woodbury Center, CT | Waterbury office | 8.7 mi |
| Bethlehem Village, CT | Waterbury office | 10.5 mi |
| Heritage Village, CT | Waterbury office | 11.3 mi |
| Wallingford Center, CT | Waterbury office | 13.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions: Waterbury Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Waterbury, CT?
Waterbury has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 51 North Elm St, Suite 1 (06702).
What are the published hours for Waterbury Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Waterbury field office is Mon: 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM · Tue–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Closed on weekends and federal holidays.
What is the closest alternative Social Security office outside Waterbury?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Ansonia, CT (15.3 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Waterbury 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) ↗