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Social Security Offices Near Sylva, NC

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Sylva, NC?

SSA assigns Sylva, NC's ZIP code, 28779, to the Franklin Social Security Office at 2123 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, about 15 miles away, phone (866) 562-0738, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Sylva, NC

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

SSA assigns Sylva's ZIP code, 28779, to the Franklin Social Security Office in Franklin. 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 Sylva
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
28779Franklin Social Security Office for ZIP code 2877914 miles

ZIP code 28779 goes to the Franklin Social Security Office, 2123 Lakeside Dr, Franklin.

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

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 Waynesville

Waynesville is about 15 miles northeast of central Sylva. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28786, to the Asheville Social Security Office at 800 Centre Park Drive, Asheville, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Franklin

Franklin is about 16 miles southwest of central Sylva. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28734, to the Franklin Social Security Office at 2123 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Cherokee

Cherokee is about 8.9 miles northwest of central Sylva. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28719, to the Franklin Social Security Office at 2123 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Cullowhee

Cullowhee is about 5.0 miles southeast of central Sylva. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 28723, to the Franklin Social Security Office at 2123 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How to Get an Appointment at the Franklin 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 Franklin Social Security Office at (866) 562-0738, 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 Sylva?

There isn't an office in Sylva, NC itself. The closest is the Franklin Social Security Office, 2123 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, NC 28734, about 15 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Sylva?

SSA assigns Sylva's ZIP code, 28779, to the Franklin Social Security Office in Franklin. 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 Sylva?

The Franklin 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 Sylva?

SSA lists (866) 562-0738 for the Franklin Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

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

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Franklin Social Security Office at (866) 562-0738 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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