New York Field Office #163 Independent Directory Checking status…
Riverhead, NY Social Security office at 526 East Main St, 11901
The Riverhead Social Security office at 526 East Main St is one of 67 field offices in New York and 1,182 nationwide.
Closest listed SSA office for Riverhead and 55 nearby towns. Next-nearest office: Patchogue (21.4 mi).
Area Served
55 Towns Next Closest
21.4 mi Weekly Hours
35 hrs NY Offices
1 of 67 Weekly Schedule
Riverhead 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 Riverhead office?
🟢 Online or Phone Replacement card · Award letter · Direct deposit
🟡 Book Appointment Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare ((888) 397-9819)
🔴 Visit with Originals First SSN card · Name change · Citizenship
| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Riverhead 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 Riverhead. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call (888) 397-9819 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
Riverhead office location
526 East Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 · Open in Google Maps ↗
Checklist & Contacts
Before you visit the Riverhead office
1
Book Appointment First
Call (888) 397-9819 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: (888) 397-9819 · TTY: 1-800-325-0778 · Fax: (833) 950-2688 · Code #163
Services at the Riverhead Social Security office
Nearby Branches
Other Social Security offices near Riverhead
#1 Closest 21.4 mi
Patchogue, NY 11772
75 Oak St
(866) 771-1991 Open →
#2 Closest 33.2 mi
Bridgeport, CT 06604
35 Courtland St, 2nd Floor
(866) 331-6399 Open →
#3 Closest 36.2 mi
Ansonia, CT 06401
475 Main St
(866) 331-7096 Open →
#4 Closest 39.8 mi
West Babylon, NY 11704
510 Park Ave
(866) 964-7375 Open →
#5 Closest 40.7 mi
Melville, NY 11747
1121 Walt Whitman Rd, Ste 201
(866) 964-0165 Open →
Coverage Area (55 Towns)
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Address & Phone | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 1.3 mi |
| Aquebogue, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 3.2 mi |
| Flanders, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 3.4 mi |
| Northampton, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 3.4 mi |
| Northville, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 4.1 mi |
| Jamesport, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 4.8 mi |
| Westhampton, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 5.0 mi |
| Baiting Hollow, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 5.9 mi |
| Calverton, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 6.1 mi |
| Laurel, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 6.5 mi |
| East Quogue, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 7.0 mi |
| Eastport, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 7.1 mi |
| Quiogue, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 7.1 mi |
| Quogue, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 7.4 mi |
| Remsenburg-Speonk, NY | Riverhead office | 526 East Main St · (888) 397-9819 | 7.6 mi |
Show all 55 nearby towns closest to the Riverhead office (+40 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westhampton Beach, NY | Riverhead office | 7.8 mi |
| Manorville, NY | Riverhead office | 7.9 mi |
| Hampton Bays, NY | Riverhead office | 8.1 mi |
| Mattituck, NY | Riverhead office | 8.3 mi |
| Wading River, NY | Riverhead office | 8.8 mi |
| East Moriches, NY | Riverhead office | 9.3 mi |
| West Hampton Dunes, NY | Riverhead office | 10.3 mi |
| New Suffolk, NY | Riverhead office | 10.7 mi |
| Shinnecock Hills, NY | Riverhead office | 10.8 mi |
| Center Moriches, NY | Riverhead office | 11.1 mi |
| Cutchogue, NY | Riverhead office | 11.3 mi |
| Tuckahoe, NY | Riverhead office | 11.6 mi |
| East Shoreham, NY | Riverhead office | 11.7 mi |
| Peconic, NY | Riverhead office | 13.0 mi |
| North Sea, NY | Riverhead office | 13.1 mi |
| Shoreham, NY | Riverhead office | 13.4 mi |
| Southampton, NY | Riverhead office | 13.5 mi |
| Southold, NY | Riverhead office | 15.5 mi |
| Water Mill, NY | Riverhead office | 15.9 mi |
| Noyack, NY | Riverhead office | 17.1 mi |
| Shelter Island Heights, NY | Riverhead office | 18.1 mi |
| Bridgehampton, NY | Riverhead office | 18.3 mi |
| Greenport West, NY | Riverhead office | 18.4 mi |
| North Haven, NY | Riverhead office | 19.2 mi |
| Greenport, NY | Riverhead office | 19.7 mi |
| Sag Harbor, NY | Riverhead office | 19.9 mi |
| Sagaponack, NY | Riverhead office | 20.2 mi |
| Dering Harbor, NY | Riverhead office | 20.3 mi |
| Shelter Island, NY | Riverhead office | 20.9 mi |
| Wainscott, NY | Riverhead office | 21.0 mi |
| East Marion, NY | Riverhead office | 22.1 mi |
| Northwest Harbor, NY | Riverhead office | 23.6 mi |
| East Hampton, NY | Riverhead office | 24.1 mi |
| East Hampton North, NY | Riverhead office | 24.6 mi |
| Orient, NY | Riverhead office | 25.3 mi |
| Springs, NY | Riverhead office | 27.0 mi |
| Amagansett, NY | Riverhead office | 27.8 mi |
| Napeague, NY | Riverhead office | 31.4 mi |
| Montauk, NY | Riverhead office | 38.1 mi |
| Fishers Island, NY | Riverhead office | 42.1 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Riverhead office
What are the published hours for the Riverhead 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 Riverhead office?
Many Social Security services require an appointment. Call the local office at (888) 397-9819 or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 before visiting.
What phone number should I call for the Riverhead office?
Call the local branch at (888) 397-9819, 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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