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Social Security Offices in Watertown, New York
Watertown is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 156 Bellew Ave South (13601).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 47 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
47 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Watertown Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #129
Checking status…Watertown, NY 13601
156 Bellew Ave South, Watertown, NY 13601Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Watertown Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Watertown 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 Watertown & 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 Watertown 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 | Watertown 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 Watertown 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 Watertown branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Watertown 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 Watertown
#1 Closest 46.9 mi
Oswego, NY 13126
17 Fourth Ave
(866) 964-7593 Open →
#2 Closest 54.4 mi
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
101 Ford St
(866) 572-8369 Open →
#3 Closest 69.8 mi
Utica, NY 13501
10 Broad St
(877) 405-6750 Open →
#4 Closest 92.7 mi
Geneva, NY 14456
15 Lewis St
(866) 331-7759 Open →
#5 Closest 101.9 mi
Gloversville, NY 12078
13 N Arlington Ave
(888) 528-9446 Open →
#6 Closest 109.9 mi
Ithaca, NY 14850
127 W State St, 2nd Fl
(866) 706-8289 Open →
Local Coverage (47 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Watertown
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Park, NY | Watertown office | 2.3 mi |
| Brownville, NY | Watertown office | 3.3 mi |
| Pamelia Center, NY | Watertown office | 4.4 mi |
| Dexter, NY | Watertown office | 6.0 mi |
| Calcium, NY | Watertown office | 6.1 mi |
| Black River, NY | Watertown office | 7.1 mi |
| Adams Center, NY | Watertown office | 7.8 mi |
| Felts Mills, NY | Watertown office | 8.5 mi |
| Rodman, NY | Watertown office | 8.5 mi |
| Fort Drum, NY | Watertown office | 8.6 mi |
| Sackets Harbor, NY | Watertown office | 9.4 mi |
| Evans Mills, NY | Watertown office | 9.9 mi |
| Chaumont, NY | Watertown office | 11.9 mi |
| Great Bend, NY | Watertown office | 11.9 mi |
| Adams, NY | Watertown office | 12.2 mi |
| Depauville, NY | Watertown office | 12.9 mi |
| Deferiet, NY | Watertown office | 13.2 mi |
| Copenhagen, NY | Watertown office | 14.1 mi |
| Lorraine, NY | Watertown office | 14.5 mi |
| Herrings, NY | Watertown office | 14.6 mi |
Show all 47 nearby places around Watertown (+27 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| La Fargeville, NY | Watertown office | 15.1 mi |
| Three Mile Bay, NY | Watertown office | 15.2 mi |
| Henderson, NY | Watertown office | 15.3 mi |
| West Carthage, NY | Watertown office | 15.4 mi |
| Belleville, NY | Watertown office | 15.6 mi |
| Carthage, NY | Watertown office | 16.4 mi |
| Philadelphia, NY | Watertown office | 16.6 mi |
| Pierrepont Manor, NY | Watertown office | 17.6 mi |
| Theresa, NY | Watertown office | 17.9 mi |
| Mannsville, NY | Watertown office | 19.0 mi |
| Ellisburg, NY | Watertown office | 19.4 mi |
| Clayton, NY | Watertown office | 19.6 mi |
| Plessis, NY | Watertown office | 21.0 mi |
| Fishers Landing, NY | Watertown office | 21.5 mi |
| Castorland, NY | Watertown office | 21.6 mi |
| Thousand Island Park, NY | Watertown office | 22.0 mi |
| Antwerp, NY | Watertown office | 22.3 mi |
| Cape Vincent, NY | Watertown office | 22.3 mi |
| Natural Bridge, NY | Watertown office | 22.5 mi |
| Redwood, NY | Watertown office | 23.2 mi |
| Lacona, NY | Watertown office | 23.9 mi |
| Sandy Creek, NY | Watertown office | 24.2 mi |
| Alexandria Bay, NY | Watertown office | 25.0 mi |
| Lowville, NY | Watertown office | 25.7 mi |
| Oxbow, NY | Watertown office | 26.4 mi |
| Croghan, NY | Watertown office | 27.5 mi |
| Turin, NY | Watertown office | 35.3 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Watertown Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Watertown, NY?
Watertown has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 156 Bellew Ave South (13601).
What are the published hours for Watertown Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Watertown 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 Watertown?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Oswego, NY (46.9 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Watertown 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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