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Social Security offices in Chicago
Where to go for a Social Security number, a replacement card, or a name change.
Need the Social Security office near you? Here are the 10 Social Security offices in Chicago plus Chicago Heights, starting with the ones closest to Chatham, South Chicago, South Shore, Calumet Heights and Avalon Park (ZIP codes 60617, 60619, 60649 and 60628). The closest to 87th Street is the Chicago Southeast office at 9715 S Cottage Grove Ave.
Last checked: Oct 22, 2026. Call before you go: hours change.
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Social Security Office - Chicago Southeast
Social Security field office · 1.7 mi from Yado
9715 S Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60628
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go. Closest Social Security office to Yado.
Social Security Office - Chicago East
Social Security field office · 3.2 mi from Yado
6338 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago South
Social Security field office · 5.2 mi from Yado
9443 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Back of the Yards
Social Security field office · 6 mi from Yado
5253 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago Lawndale
Social Security field office · 10.5 mi from Yado
2416 S Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60623
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago Loop
Social Security field office · 10.6 mi from Yado
605 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago Near Northwest
Social Security field office · 14.5 mi from Yado
3260 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago Heights
Social Security field office · 14.5 mi from Yado
104 S Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago West
Social Security field office · 14.8 mi from Yado
5130 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago North
Social Security field office · 16.8 mi from Yado
2127 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Social Security Office - Chicago Northwest
Social Security field office · 18.4 mi from Yado
4849 N Milwaukee Ave, Suite 600, Chicago, IL 60630
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
6th floor. Open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you go.
Good to know
- Social Security services are free. Never pay anyone to get you a Social Security number or card.
- Call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to make an appointment before you go. Offices list only this national number.
- All offices are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
- Bring original documents or certified copies. Social Security does not accept regular photocopies.
Questions people ask
Which Social Security office is closest to the South Side?
The Chicago Southeast office at 9715 S Cottage Grove Ave (ZIP 60628). Next is the Chicago East office at 6338 S Cottage Grove Ave (ZIP 60637).
Do I need an appointment at the Social Security office?
Social Security advises calling 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment before you visit.
What are the Social Security office hours in Chicago?
The offices on this list are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
How much does a Social Security card cost?
Nothing. Social Security numbers and cards are free.
En français. Les bureaux de la Sécurité sociale (Social Security) à Chicago sont ouverts du lundi au vendredi de 9 h à 16 h. Appelez le 1-800-772-1213 pour prendre rendez-vous. Le plus proche du South Side est au 9715 S Cottage Grove Ave. La carte de Sécurité sociale est gratuite : ne payez jamais quelqu'un pour l'obtenir.
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