New Jersey Field Office #187 Independent Directory Checking status…
New Brunswick, NJ Social Security office at 550 Jersey Ave, 08901
The New Brunswick Social Security office at 550 Jersey Ave is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey and 1,182 nationwide.
Closest listed SSA office for New Brunswick and 83 nearby towns. Next-nearest office: Iselin (10.0 mi).
Area Served
83 Towns Next Closest
10.0 mi Weekly Hours
35 hrs NJ Offices
1 of 24 Weekly Schedule
New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick office?
🟢 Online or Phone Replacement card · Award letter · Direct deposit
🟡 Book Appointment Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare ((877) 803-6313)
🔴 Visit with Originals First SSN card · Name change · Citizenship
| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call (877) 803-6313 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
New Brunswick office location
550 Jersey Ave, Suite 200, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 · Open in Google Maps ↗
Checklist & Contacts
Before you visit the New Brunswick office
1
Book Appointment First
Call (877) 803-6313 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) 803-6313 · TTY: 1-800-325-0778 · Fax: (833) 950-3315 · Code #187
Services at the New Brunswick Social Security office
Nearby Branches
Other Social Security offices near New Brunswick
#1 Closest 10.0 mi
Iselin, NJ 08830
190 Middlesex Tpke, 3rd Floor
(877) 600-2852 Open →
#2 Closest 17.6 mi
Staten Island, NY 10314
1441 South Ave
(866) 331-5288 Open →
#3 Closest 18.4 mi
Union, NJ 07083
855 Lehigh Ave
(877) 803-6306 Open →
#4 Closest 21.5 mi
Staten Island, NY 10305
1510 Hylan Blvd, 2nd Floor
(877) 457-1736 Open →
#5 Closest 23.0 mi
Newark, NJ 07103
274 Springfield Ave
(877) 402-0821 Open →
Coverage Area (83 Towns)
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Address & Phone | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Franklin, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 1.0 mi |
| Voorhees, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 1.2 mi |
| Clyde, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 2.4 mi |
| Somerset, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 2.6 mi |
| Highland Park, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 2.7 mi |
| Milltown, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 2.7 mi |
| Rutgers University-Busch Campus, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 2.9 mi |
| Rutgers University-Livingston Campus, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 3.0 mi |
| Six Mile Run, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 3.4 mi |
| Middlebush, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 3.8 mi |
| Franklin Park, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 4.4 mi |
| Franklin Center, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 5.3 mi |
| South River, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 5.3 mi |
| East Millstone, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 5.4 mi |
| Deans, NJ | New Brunswick office | 550 Jersey Ave · (877) 803-6313 | 5.7 mi |
Show all 83 nearby towns closest to the New Brunswick office (+68 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Plains, NJ | New Brunswick office | 5.7 mi |
| South Bound Brook, NJ | New Brunswick office | 6.0 mi |
| Weston, NJ | New Brunswick office | 6.3 mi |
| Kendall Park, NJ | New Brunswick office | 6.6 mi |
| Zarephath, NJ | New Brunswick office | 6.6 mi |
| Blackwells Mills, NJ | New Brunswick office | 6.7 mi |
| Middlesex, NJ | New Brunswick office | 6.8 mi |
| Millstone, NJ | New Brunswick office | 6.8 mi |
| Bound Brook, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.1 mi |
| Spotswood, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.1 mi |
| Dayton, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.2 mi |
| Griggstown, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.3 mi |
| Helmetta, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.3 mi |
| Ten Mile Run, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.3 mi |
| Manville, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.6 mi |
| Finderne, NJ | New Brunswick office | 7.9 mi |
| Heathcote, NJ | New Brunswick office | 8.3 mi |
| Monmouth Junction, NJ | New Brunswick office | 8.4 mi |
| East Rocky Hill, NJ | New Brunswick office | 8.9 mi |
| Forsgate, NJ | New Brunswick office | 8.9 mi |
| Jamesburg, NJ | New Brunswick office | 9.1 mi |
| Old Bridge, NJ | New Brunswick office | 9.3 mi |
| Somerville, NJ | New Brunswick office | 9.6 mi |
| Hillsborough, NJ | New Brunswick office | 9.8 mi |
| Belle Mead, NJ | New Brunswick office | 9.9 mi |
| Harlingen, NJ | New Brunswick office | 9.9 mi |
| Rossmoor, NJ | New Brunswick office | 9.9 mi |
| Kingston, NJ | New Brunswick office | 10.1 mi |
| Martinsville, NJ | New Brunswick office | 10.3 mi |
| Rocky Hill, NJ | New Brunswick office | 10.4 mi |
| Whittingham, NJ | New Brunswick office | 10.6 mi |
| Brownville, NJ | New Brunswick office | 10.8 mi |
| Encore at Monroe, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.0 mi |
| Princeton Meadows, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.1 mi |
| Concordia, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.4 mi |
| Clearbrook, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.6 mi |
| Green Knoll, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.6 mi |
| Raritan, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.6 mi |
| Cranbury, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.7 mi |
| Regency at Monroe, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.7 mi |
| The Ponds, NJ | New Brunswick office | 11.9 mi |
| Flagtown, NJ | New Brunswick office | 12.0 mi |
| Bradley Gardens, NJ | New Brunswick office | 12.1 mi |
| Stonebridge, NJ | New Brunswick office | 12.6 mi |
| Bridgewater Center, NJ | New Brunswick office | 12.9 mi |
| Neshanic, NJ | New Brunswick office | 12.9 mi |
| Blawenburg, NJ | New Brunswick office | 13.1 mi |
| Skillman, NJ | New Brunswick office | 13.1 mi |
| Robertsville, NJ | New Brunswick office | 13.3 mi |
| Yorketown, NJ | New Brunswick office | 13.8 mi |
| Englishtown, NJ | New Brunswick office | 13.9 mi |
| Liberty Corner, NJ | New Brunswick office | 14.1 mi |
| Neshanic Station, NJ | New Brunswick office | 14.4 mi |
| Pluckemin, NJ | New Brunswick office | 14.4 mi |
| The Hills, NJ | New Brunswick office | 14.5 mi |
| Far Hills, NJ | New Brunswick office | 16.7 mi |
| Bedminster, NJ | New Brunswick office | 16.8 mi |
| Three Bridges, NJ | New Brunswick office | 17.6 mi |
| Lamington, NJ | New Brunswick office | 18.2 mi |
| Peapack and Gladstone, NJ | New Brunswick office | 18.3 mi |
| White House Station, NJ | New Brunswick office | 18.8 mi |
| Oldwick, NJ | New Brunswick office | 19.3 mi |
| Flemington, NJ | New Brunswick office | 20.6 mi |
| Pottersville, NJ | New Brunswick office | 21.1 mi |
| Lebanon, NJ | New Brunswick office | 22.2 mi |
| Annandale, NJ | New Brunswick office | 24.8 mi |
| High Bridge, NJ | New Brunswick office | 25.7 mi |
| Clinton, NJ | New Brunswick office | 25.8 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions about the New Brunswick office
What are the published hours for the New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick office?
Many Social Security services require an appointment. Call the local office at (877) 803-6313 or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 before visiting.
What phone number should I call for the New Brunswick office?
Call the local branch at (877) 803-6313, 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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