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Social Security Office in Dover, DE

Where Is the Social Security Office in Dover, DE?

The Dover Social Security Office is in Dover, at 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The next closest is the Bridgeton Social Security Office, about 24 miles away.

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Social Security Offices in Dover

Other Offices Near Dover

Straight-line distance from the center of Dover (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.

Map of Social Security Offices Near Dover

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Which Social Security Office Serves Your ZIP Code in Dover?

SSA assigns all 3 ZIP codes in Dover to the Dover 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 Dover
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
19901Dover Social Security Office for ZIP code 199012.7 miles
19902Dover Social Security Office for ZIP code 199022.5 miles
19904Dover Social Security Office for ZIP code 199044.7 miles

ZIP codes 19901, 19902 and 19904 go to the Dover Social Security Office, 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover.

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

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 Felton

Felton is about 11 miles south of central Dover. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 19943, to the Dover Social Security Office at 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Smyrna

Smyrna is about 10 miles northwest of central Dover. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 19977, to the Dover Social Security Office at 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Milford

Milford is about 18 miles south of central Dover. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 19963, to the Dover Social Security Office at 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Georgetown, Social Security Office is closer to central Milford (about 16 miles, against 17 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

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Social Security Office Near Camden

Camden is about 4.6 miles southwest of central Dover. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (19904 and 19934) to the Dover Social Security Office at 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Riverview

Riverview is about 9.0 miles south of central Dover. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (19943 and 19946) to the Dover Social Security Office at 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Rising Sun-Lebanon

Rising Sun-Lebanon is about 4.3 miles south of central Dover. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (19901, 19934 and 19962) to the Dover Social Security Office at 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How to Get an Appointment at the Dover 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 Dover Social Security Office at (877) 701-2141, 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 Dover?

Dover Social Security Office: 655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, DE 19901.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Dover?

SSA assigns all 3 ZIP codes in Dover to the Dover 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 Dover?

The Dover 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 Dover?

SSA lists (877) 701-2141 for the Dover Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

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

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Dover Social Security Office at (877) 701-2141 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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