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Social Security Offices in Waukegan, Illinois
Waukegan is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 1930 N Lewis Ave (60087).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 32 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
32 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Waukegan Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #491
Checking status…Waukegan, IL 60087
1930 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Local Map
Waukegan Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Waukegan 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 Waukegan & 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 Waukegan 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 | Waukegan 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 Waukegan 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 Waukegan branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Waukegan 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 Waukegan
#1 Closest 14.8 mi
Kenosha, WI 53144
3915 30th Ave, Suite A
(866) 334-4997 Open →
#2 Closest 21.6 mi
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
705 North Wheeling Rd
(866) 931-8350 Open →
#3 Closest 29.2 mi
Woodstock, IL 60098
2450 Lake Shore Dr
(877) 405-7828 Open →
#4 Closest 29.3 mi
Chicago, IL 60630
4849 N Milwaukee Ave, Suite 600
(888) 748-7667 Open →
#5 Closest 30.2 mi
Chicago, IL 60625
2127 W Lawrence Ave
(877) 409-8426 Open →
#6 Closest 31.9 mi
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
230 West Lake St
(877) 845-1577 Open →
Local Coverage (32 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Waukegan
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park City, IL | Waukegan office | 3.0 mi |
| Beach Park, IL | Waukegan office | 3.9 mi |
| Gurnee, IL | Waukegan office | 4.3 mi |
| North Chicago, IL | Waukegan office | 4.9 mi |
| Zion, IL | Waukegan office | 5.0 mi |
| Wadsworth, IL | Waukegan office | 5.6 mi |
| Winthrop Harbor, IL | Waukegan office | 6.6 mi |
| Green Oaks, IL | Waukegan office | 6.7 mi |
| Grandwood Park, IL | Waukegan office | 6.8 mi |
| Gages Lake, IL | Waukegan office | 6.9 mi |
| Knollwood, IL | Waukegan office | 7.2 mi |
| Lake Bluff, IL | Waukegan office | 7.2 mi |
| Old Mill Creek, IL | Waukegan office | 7.2 mi |
| Third Lake, IL | Waukegan office | 7.9 mi |
| Lindenhurst, IL | Waukegan office | 9.0 mi |
| Libertyville, IL | Waukegan office | 9.1 mi |
| Grayslake, IL | Waukegan office | 9.6 mi |
| Venetian Village, IL | Waukegan office | 9.8 mi |
| Lake Forest, IL | Waukegan office | 10.5 mi |
| Mettawa, IL | Waukegan office | 10.5 mi |
Show all 32 nearby places around Waukegan (+12 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mundelein, IL | Waukegan office | 11.4 mi |
| Round Lake Beach, IL | Waukegan office | 11.5 mi |
| Hainesville, IL | Waukegan office | 11.7 mi |
| Lake Villa, IL | Waukegan office | 11.8 mi |
| Round Lake Park, IL | Waukegan office | 12.0 mi |
| Antioch, IL | Waukegan office | 12.5 mi |
| Round Lake Heights, IL | Waukegan office | 12.8 mi |
| Round Lake, IL | Waukegan office | 13.0 mi |
| Long Lake, IL | Waukegan office | 13.9 mi |
| Fox Lake Hills, IL | Waukegan office | 14.0 mi |
| Lake Catherine, IL | Waukegan office | 15.3 mi |
| Channel Lake, IL | Waukegan office | 16.3 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Waukegan Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Waukegan, IL?
Waukegan has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 1930 N Lewis Ave (60087).
What are the published hours for Waukegan Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Waukegan 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 Waukegan?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Kenosha, WI (14.8 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Waukegan 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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