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Social Security Offices Near Morganton, NC

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Morganton, NC?

SSA assigns Morganton, NC's ZIP code, 28655, to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, about 18 miles away, phone (888) 877-1615, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Morganton, NC

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

SSA assigns Morganton's ZIP code, 28655, to the Hickory Social Security Office in Hickory. 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 Morganton
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
28655Hickory Social Security Office for ZIP code 2865521 miles

ZIP code 28655 goes to the Hickory Social Security Office, 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory.

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

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 Lenoir

Lenoir is about 15 miles northeast of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28645, to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Gamewell

Gamewell is about 10 miles northeast of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28645, to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Valdese

Valdese is about 7.2 miles east of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28690, to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Connelly Springs

Connelly Springs is about 11 miles east of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28612, to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Salem

Salem is about 2.8 miles south of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28655, to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Cajah's Mountain

Cajah's Mountain is about 12 miles northeast of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28645, to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Rutherford College

Rutherford College is about 9.7 miles east of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (28612 and 28671) to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Glen Alpine

Glen Alpine is about 4.7 miles west of central Morganton. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (28628 and 28655) to the Hickory Social Security Office at 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How to Get an Appointment at the Hickory 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 Hickory Social Security Office at (888) 877-1615, 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 Morganton?

There isn't an office in Morganton, NC itself. The closest is the Hickory Social Security Office, 1501 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, NC 28601, about 18 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Morganton?

SSA assigns Morganton's ZIP code, 28655, to the Hickory Social Security Office in Hickory. 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 Morganton?

The Hickory 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 Morganton?

SSA lists (888) 877-1615 for the Hickory Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

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

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Hickory Social Security Office at (888) 877-1615 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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