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Social Security Offices Near Alma, AR

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Alma, AR?

The closest Social Security office to Alma, AR is the Fort Smith Social Security Office in Ft Smith, about 13 miles away, phone (866) 931-8374, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Poteau Social Security Office is about 36 miles away.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Alma, AR

Straight-line distance from the center of Alma (U.S. Census Gazetteer) to each office's address (U.S. Census Bureau geocoder). Office hours and phone numbers from SSA's office data, checked against SSA's Office Locator on October 1, 2026; confirm with SSA's Office Locator before you go.

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Which Social Security Office Serves Your ZIP Code in Alma?

SSA assigns Alma's ZIP code, 72921, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office in Ft Smith. SSA assigns offices by ZIP code, so the office to use is the one listed for your ZIP.

Social Security office assigned to each ZIP code in Alma
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
72921Fort Smith Social Security Office for ZIP code 7292112 miles

Assigned offices from SSA's Office Locator, looked up by ZIP code on October 1, 2026. ZIP codes are those whose area overlaps Alma (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Areas). Distance is straight-line, from the center of the ZIP code to the office.

Social Security Offices Near Areas Around Alma

Where people in nearby communities go, and how far it is. Each area's office is the one SSA assigns to its ZIP codes.

Social Security Office Near Fort Smith

Fort Smith is about 13 miles southwest of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (72901, 72903, 72904, 72908, 72916 and 72923) to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Lavaca

Lavaca is about 11 miles south of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72941, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Ft Smith

Ft Smith is about 13 miles southwest of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72903, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Van Buren

Van Buren is about 8.4 miles west of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72956, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Barling

Barling is about 12 miles south of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (72923 and 72941) to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Cedarville

Cedarville is about 11 miles northwest of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72932, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Mulberry

Mulberry is about 7.9 miles east of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72947, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Kibler

Kibler is about 4.8 miles south of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (72921 and 72956) to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Dyer

Dyer is about 4.2 miles east of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (72921 and 72935) to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Central City

Central City is about 11 miles south of central Alma. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72941, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Video Appointments Near Alma

SSA also meets people by video at partner sites: Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah (about 50 miles). Ask an office whether a video appointment fits your visit.

Can You Skip the Trip?

You can often replace a card, update your address or get a benefit letter online with a my Social Security account. If you need to go in, check what to bring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where Is the Social Security Office in Alma?

There isn't an office in Alma, AR itself. The closest is the Fort Smith Social Security Office, 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, AR 72903, about 13 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Alma?

SSA assigns Alma's ZIP code, 72921, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office in Ft Smith. SSA assigns offices by ZIP code, and the assigned office isn't always the closest one. Look up your ZIP code in the table on this page or in SSA's Office Locator.

What Are Social Security Office Hours Near Alma?

The Fort Smith Social Security Office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, according to SSA's office data (checked against SSA's Office Locator on October 1, 2026). Offices close on weekends and federal holidays.

What Is the Phone Number for the Social Security Office Near Alma?

SSA lists (866) 931-8374 for the Fort Smith Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

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Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, field office and resident station data (updated March 9, 2026)
  2. SSA Office Locator (offices and ZIP code assignments, checked October 1, 2026)
  3. U.S. Census Bureau: geocoder, 2023 Gazetteer files and 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Area relationship files

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