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Social Security Offices Near Ossian, IA

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Ossian, IA?

SSA assigns Ossian, IA's ZIP code, 52161, to the Waterloo Social Security Office at 3121 Greyhound Dr, Waterloo, about 57 miles away, phone (888) 456-9554, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Decorah Social Security Office in Decorah is closer (about 11 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Ossian, IA

Straight-line distance from the center of Ossian (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 Ossian?

SSA assigns Ossian's ZIP code, 52161, to the Waterloo Social Security Office in Waterloo. For one ZIP code, the assigned office isn't the closest one, so check your ZIP before you go.

Social Security office assigned to each ZIP code in Ossian
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
52161Waterloo Social Security Office for ZIP code 52161Closest: Decorah Social Security Office, 12 miles56 miles

ZIP code 52161 goes to the Waterloo Social Security Office, 3121 Greyhound Dr, Waterloo.

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

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 Decorah

Decorah is about 11 miles north of central Ossian. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 52101, to the Waterloo Social Security Office at 3121 Greyhound Dr, Waterloo, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Decorah Social Security Office is closer to central Decorah (about 0.1 miles, against 66 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

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Social Security Office Near Postville

Postville is about 11 miles southeast of central Ossian. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 52162, to the Waterloo Social Security Office at 3121 Greyhound Dr, Waterloo, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Decorah Social Security Office is closer to central Postville (about 19 miles, against 60 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

How to Get an Appointment at the Decorah 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 Decorah Social Security Office at (888) 456-9554, 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.

Video Appointments Near Ossian

SSA also meets people by video at partner sites: Usda Facility in Decorah (about 8.8 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 Ossian?

There isn't an office in Ossian, IA itself. The closest is the Decorah Social Security Office, 317 Washington St, Suite 1, Decorah, IA 52101, about 11 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Ossian?

SSA assigns Ossian's ZIP code, 52161, to the Waterloo Social Security Office in Waterloo. 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 Ossian?

The Decorah Social Security Office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 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 Ossian?

SSA lists (888) 456-9554 for the Decorah Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

How Do I Make an Appointment at the Social Security Office Near Ossian?

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Decorah Social Security Office at (888) 456-9554 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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