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Social Security Offices Near Detroit Lakes, MN

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Detroit Lakes, MN?

SSA assigns Detroit Lakes, MN's ZIP code, 56501, to the Fergus Falls Social Security Office at 1023 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, about 38 miles away, phone (877) 402-0827, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Detroit Lakes, MN

Straight-line distance from the center of Detroit Lakes (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 Detroit Lakes?

SSA assigns Detroit Lakes's ZIP code, 56501, to the Fergus Falls Social Security Office in Fergus Falls. 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 Detroit Lakes
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
56501Fergus Falls Social Security Office for ZIP code 5650140 miles

ZIP code 56501 goes to the Fergus Falls Social Security Office, 1023 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls.

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

How to Get an Appointment at the Fergus Falls 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 Fergus Falls Social Security Office at (877) 402-0827, 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 Detroit Lakes?

There isn't an office in Detroit Lakes, MN itself. The closest is the Fergus Falls Social Security Office, 1023 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537, about 38 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Detroit Lakes?

SSA assigns Detroit Lakes's ZIP code, 56501, to the Fergus Falls Social Security Office in Fergus Falls. 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 Detroit Lakes?

The Fergus Falls 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 Detroit Lakes?

SSA lists (877) 402-0827 for the Fergus Falls Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

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

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Fergus Falls Social Security Office at (877) 402-0827 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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