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Social Security Office in La Mesa, CA

Where Is the Social Security Office in La Mesa, CA?

The La Mesa Social Security Office is in La Mesa, at 7961 University Ave, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The next closest is the El Cajon Social Security Office, about 3.7 miles away.

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Social Security Offices in La Mesa

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Straight-line distance from the center of La Mesa (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 La Mesa?

SSA assigns all 2 ZIP codes in La Mesa to the La Mesa Social Security Office. 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 La Mesa
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
91941La Mesa Social Security Office for ZIP code 919411.8 miles
91942La Mesa Social Security Office for ZIP code 919421.0 miles

ZIP codes 91941 and 91942 go to the La Mesa Social Security Office, 7961 University Ave, La Mesa.

Assigned offices from SSA's Office Locator, looked up by ZIP code on October 1, 2026. ZIP codes are those whose area overlaps La Mesa (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 La Mesa

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 San Diego

San Diego is about 7.3 miles northwest of central La Mesa. SSA splits its 45 ZIP codes among 8 offices: 19 to the San Diego Social Security Office, 11 to the Kearny Mesa Social Security Office, 4 to the San Marcos Social Security Office in San Marcos, 3 to the El Cajon Social Security Office in El Cajon, 2 to the Oceanside Social Security Office in Oceanside, 2 to the National City Social Security Office in National City, 2 to the La Mesa Social Security Office in La Mesa and 2 to the Chula Vista Social Security Office in Chula Vista. Its own page lists every ZIP code.

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Social Security Office Near El Cajon

El Cajon is about 4.2 miles northeast of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (92020 and 92021) to the El Cajon Social Security Office at 846 Arnele Ave, El Cajon, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Santee

Santee is about 6.3 miles north of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 92071, to the El Cajon Social Security Office at 846 Arnele Ave, El Cajon, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Lemon Grove

Lemon Grove is about 2.6 miles south of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 91945, to the La Mesa Social Security Office at 7961 University Ave, La Mesa, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near National City

National City is about 8.4 miles southwest of central La Mesa. Its ZIP codes are split between offices: 91950 goes to the National City Social Security Office in National City; 92136 goes to the San Diego Social Security Office in San Diego.

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Social Security Office Near Chula Vista

Chula Vista is about 9.8 miles south of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (91910, 91911, 91913, 91914 and 91915) to the Chula Vista Social Security Office at 626 L Street, Suite 1, Chula Vista, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Coronado

Coronado is about 11 miles southwest of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (92118, 92135 and 92155) to the San Diego Social Security Office at 1333 Front Street, San Diego, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Jamul

Jamul is about 9.5 miles east of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 91935, to the El Cajon Social Security Office at 846 Arnele Ave, El Cajon, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Harbison Canyon

Harbison Canyon is about 11 miles east of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (92019 and 92021) to the El Cajon Social Security Office at 846 Arnele Ave, El Cajon, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Rancho San Diego

Rancho San Diego is about 6.0 miles east of central La Mesa. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 92019, to the El Cajon Social Security Office at 846 Arnele Ave, El Cajon, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How to Get an Appointment at the La Mesa Social Security Office

SSA asks you to make an appointment before you visit an office. You can schedule one online on SSA's appointment page by answering a few questions; the appointment may be by phone or in person, and you can change or cancel it from the confirmation email or text.

To book by phone, call the La Mesa Social Security Office at (877) 405-1445, or SSA's national number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. Help is available in English, Spanish and other languages.

See office hours and appointments for the best times to call and 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 La Mesa?

La Mesa Social Security Office: 7961 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in La Mesa?

SSA assigns all 2 ZIP codes in La Mesa to the La Mesa Social Security Office. 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 La Mesa?

The La Mesa 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 La Mesa?

SSA lists (877) 405-1445 for the La Mesa Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

How Do I Make an Appointment at the Social Security Office in La Mesa?

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the La Mesa Social Security Office at (877) 405-1445 or SSA at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. SSA asks you to make an appointment before visiting an office.

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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
  4. SSA: Make an appointment
  5. SSA: Contact by phone
  6. SSA: Office locator guidance (appointments and Card Centers)

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