Minnesota Field Office #686 Independent Directory Checking status…
Fairmont, MN Social Security office at 400 S. State St, 56031
The Fairmont Social Security office at 400 S. State St is one of 17 field offices in Minnesota and 1,182 nationwide.
Closest listed SSA office for Fairmont and 66 nearby towns. Next-nearest office: Spencer (51.2 mi).
Area Served
66 Towns Next Closest
51.2 mi Weekly Hours
35 hrs MN Offices
1 of 17 Weekly Schedule
Fairmont office hours
- Monday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 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 & 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 the Fairmont office?
🟢 Online or Phone Replacement card · Award letter · Direct deposit
🟡 Book Appointment Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare ((877) 405-0414)
🔴 Visit with Originals First SSN card · Name change · Citizenship
| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Fairmont Visit Notes & 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 office visit needed unless you require an immediate stamped printout. |
| Update direct deposit or address | 🟢 Online / Phone | Online account or automated phone line | No trip needed to Fairmont. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call (877) 405-0414 to book an appointment before visiting. |
| Apply for SSI benefits | 🟡 Call First | Scheduled phone or in-person interview | Call ahead; bring income, bank, and residency records. |
| First-time SSN card or legal name change | 🔴 In-Person Originals | Start online, then bring originals | Must present original/certified marriage or court order + photo ID. |
Map & Directions
Fairmont office location
400 S. State St, Suite 70, Fairmont, MN 56031 · Open in Google Maps ↗
Checklist & Contacts
Before you visit the Fairmont office
1
Book Appointment First
Call (877) 405-0414 or 1-800-772-1213 before driving.
2
Unexpired Photo ID + Originals
Bring original or certified records only (no photocopies). See checklist →
3
Direct Numbers & Codes
Local: (877) 405-0414 · TTY: 1-800-325-0778 · Fax: (833) 950-2182 · Code #686
Services at the Fairmont Social Security office
Nearby Branches
Other Social Security offices near Fairmont
#1 Closest 51.2 mi
Spencer, IA 51301
1610 12th Ave Sw
(866) 273-6050 Open →
#2 Closest 69.6 mi
Mason City, IA 50401
625 Village Green Dr Sw
(866) 365-6708 Open →
#3 Closest 73.5 mi
Austin, MN 55912
404 2nd St Nw
(866) 504-5010 Open →
#4 Closest 80.2 mi
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
2315 2nd Ave N
(866) 839-6193 Open →
#5 Closest 85.5 mi
Marshall, MN 56258
507 Jewett St, Suite B
(855) 210-0122 Open →
Coverage Area (66 Towns)
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Address & Phone | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granada, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 5.7 mi |
| Northrop, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 6.0 mi |
| Welcome, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 8.1 mi |
| Ceylon, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 12.2 mi |
| Truman, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 12.3 mi |
| Sherburn, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 14.0 mi |
| Trimont, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 15.5 mi |
| Winnebago, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 15.9 mi |
| Blue Earth, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 17.3 mi |
| Dunnell, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 17.5 mi |
| Ormsby, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 18.6 mi |
| Lewisville, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 18.9 mi |
| Elmore, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 20.5 mi |
| Odin, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 21.0 mi |
| Alpha, MN | Fairmont office | 400 S. State St · (877) 405-0414 | 21.2 mi |
Show all 66 nearby towns closest to the Fairmont office (+51 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Amboy, MN | Fairmont office | 21.9 mi |
| Delavan, MN | Fairmont office | 23.0 mi |
| St. James, MN | Fairmont office | 24.7 mi |
| Vernon Center, MN | Fairmont office | 25.7 mi |
| Frost, MN | Fairmont office | 26.5 mi |
| Jackson, MN | Fairmont office | 27.1 mi |
| Butterfield, MN | Fairmont office | 27.5 mi |
| Madelia, MN | Fairmont office | 27.5 mi |
| Easton, MN | Fairmont office | 28.5 mi |
| La Salle, MN | Fairmont office | 29.7 mi |
| Garden City, MN | Fairmont office | 30.8 mi |
| Good Thunder, MN | Fairmont office | 31.0 mi |
| Mapleton, MN | Fairmont office | 31.1 mi |
| Mountain Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 31.2 mi |
| Bricelyn, MN | Fairmont office | 32.3 mi |
| Fish Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 32.6 mi |
| Lake Crystal, MN | Fairmont office | 33.4 mi |
| Minnesota Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 33.6 mi |
| Darfur, MN | Fairmont office | 34.0 mi |
| Hanska, MN | Fairmont office | 34.5 mi |
| Bingham Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 34.8 mi |
| Lakefield, MN | Fairmont office | 36.1 mi |
| Wells, MN | Fairmont office | 36.3 mi |
| Windom, MN | Fairmont office | 36.9 mi |
| Kiester, MN | Fairmont office | 37.7 mi |
| Comfrey, MN | Fairmont office | 39.1 mi |
| Skyline, MN | Fairmont office | 39.7 mi |
| Wilder, MN | Fairmont office | 39.9 mi |
| Searles, MN | Fairmont office | 40.1 mi |
| Pemberton, MN | Fairmont office | 41.3 mi |
| St. Clair, MN | Fairmont office | 41.9 mi |
| North Mankato, MN | Fairmont office | 42.0 mi |
| Mankato, MN | Fairmont office | 43.0 mi |
| Courtland, MN | Fairmont office | 43.5 mi |
| Okabena, MN | Fairmont office | 44.0 mi |
| Heron Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 44.7 mi |
| Nicollet, MN | Fairmont office | 45.0 mi |
| Eagle Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 45.3 mi |
| New Ulm, MN | Fairmont office | 45.8 mi |
| Sleepy Eye, MN | Fairmont office | 46.9 mi |
| Essig, MN | Fairmont office | 47.5 mi |
| Madison Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 50.2 mi |
| Kasota, MN | Fairmont office | 50.3 mi |
| Brewster, MN | Fairmont office | 50.9 mi |
| Round Lake, MN | Fairmont office | 51.9 mi |
| St. Peter, MN | Fairmont office | 52.6 mi |
| Lafayette, MN | Fairmont office | 55.1 mi |
| Cleveland, MN | Fairmont office | 55.6 mi |
| Gibbon, MN | Fairmont office | 61.1 mi |
| Winthrop, MN | Fairmont office | 61.8 mi |
| Bigelow, MN | Fairmont office | 63.0 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Fairmont office
What are the published hours for the Fairmont office?
The published schedule is Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. The office is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Do I need an appointment at the Fairmont office?
Many Social Security services require an appointment. Call the local office at (877) 405-0414 or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 before visiting.
What phone number should I call for the Fairmont office?
Call the local branch at (877) 405-0414, the national toll-free line at 1-800-772-1213, or TTY 1-800-325-0778.
What documents should I bring to the office?
Bring an unexpired government photo ID and original or certified documents for your task. Photocopies and notarized copies are not accepted.
Can I complete my Social Security task online?
Yes. Replacement cards, benefit verification letters, and address updates can be completed online through your official my Social Security account. Visit my Social Security at SSA.gov ↗ to start online.
Are these hours live, and is this an official SSA page?
No on both. These are published weekly hours, and SSA Office Finder is an independent directory. Verify official notices at SSA.gov ↗.
Official government portal: Social Security Administration (SSA.gov) ↗
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