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Social Security Offices Near Rutherfordton, NC

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Rutherfordton, NC?

SSA assigns Rutherfordton, NC's ZIP code, 28139, to the Shelby Social Security Office at 707 Schenck St, Shelby, about 24 miles away, phone (877) 405-3576, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Rutherfordton, NC

Straight-line distance from the center of Rutherfordton (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 Rutherfordton

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Which Social Security Office Serves Your ZIP Code in Rutherfordton?

SSA assigns Rutherfordton's ZIP code, 28139, to the Shelby Social Security Office in Shelby. 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 Rutherfordton
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
28139Shelby Social Security Office for ZIP code 2813926 miles

ZIP code 28139 goes to the Shelby Social Security Office, 707 Schenck St, Shelby.

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

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 Forest City

Forest City is about 5.5 miles east of central Rutherfordton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28043, to the Shelby Social Security Office at 707 Schenck St, Shelby, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Spindale

Spindale is about 2.2 miles east of central Rutherfordton. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28160, to the Shelby Social Security Office at 707 Schenck St, Shelby, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How to Get an Appointment at the Shelby 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 Shelby Social Security Office at (877) 405-3576, 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 Rutherfordton?

There isn't an office in Rutherfordton, NC itself. The closest is the Shelby Social Security Office, 707 Schenck St, Shelby, NC 28150, about 24 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Rutherfordton?

SSA assigns Rutherfordton's ZIP code, 28139, to the Shelby Social Security Office in Shelby. 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 Rutherfordton?

The Shelby 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 Rutherfordton?

SSA lists (877) 405-3576 for the Shelby Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

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

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Shelby Social Security Office at (877) 405-3576 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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