Ohio · Checked Against SSA's Locator October 1, 2026

Social Security Offices Near Amherst, OH

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Amherst, OH?

SSA assigns Amherst, OH's ZIP code, 44001, to the Lorain Social Security Office at 221 W 5th St, Lorain, about 5.1 miles away, phone (866) 415-0172, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Reviewed by ·

Closest Social Security Offices to Amherst, OH

Straight-line distance from the center of Amherst (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 Amherst

Loading map…

Social Security office

Which Social Security Office Serves Your ZIP Code in Amherst?

SSA assigns Amherst's ZIP code, 44001, to the Lorain Social Security Office in Lorain. 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 Amherst
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
44001Lorain Social Security Office for ZIP code 440018.1 miles

ZIP code 44001 goes to the Lorain Social Security Office, 221 W 5th St, Lorain.

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

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 Elyria

Elyria is about 6.8 miles east of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44035, to the Lorain Social Security Office at 221 W 5th St, Lorain, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near Elyria

Social Security Office Near Lorain

Lorain is about 3.6 miles northeast of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (44052, 44053 and 44055) to the Lorain Social Security Office at 221 W 5th St, Lorain, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near Lorain

Social Security Office Near North Olmsted

North Olmsted is about 16 miles east of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44070, to the Cleveland West Social Security Office at 17513 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near North Olmsted

Social Security Office Near Avon Lake

Avon Lake is about 13 miles northeast of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44012, to the Lorain Social Security Office at 221 W 5th St, Lorain, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near Avon Lake

Social Security Office Near Vermilion

Vermilion is about 4.4 miles west of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44089, to the Sandusky Social Security Office at 252 Wayne Street, Sandusky, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Lorain Social Security Office is closer to central Vermilion (about 8.3 miles, against 21 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

More on Social Security offices near Vermilion

Social Security Office Near North Ridgeville

North Ridgeville is about 11 miles east of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44039, to the Lorain Social Security Office at 221 W 5th St, Lorain, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near North Ridgeville

Social Security Office Near Avon

Avon is about 12 miles east of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44011, to the Lorain Social Security Office at 221 W 5th St, Lorain, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near Avon

Social Security Office Near Westlake

Westlake is about 16 miles east of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44145, to the Cleveland West Social Security Office at 17513 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near Westlake

Social Security Office Near Bay Village

Bay Village is about 17 miles east of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44140, to the Cleveland West Social Security Office at 17513 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

More on Social Security offices near Bay Village

Social Security Office Near Berea

Berea is about 19 miles east of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 44017, to the Cleveland West Social Security Office at 17513 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Cleveland SW Social Security Office is closer to central Berea (about 2.8 miles, against 8.2 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

More on Social Security offices near Berea

How to Get an Appointment at the Lorain 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 Lorain Social Security Office at (866) 415-0172, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where Is the Social Security Office in Amherst?

There isn't an office in Amherst, OH itself. The closest is the Lorain Social Security Office, 221 W 5th St, Lorain, OH 44052, about 5.1 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Amherst?

SSA assigns Amherst's ZIP code, 44001, to the Lorain Social Security Office in Lorain. 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 Amherst?

The Lorain 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 Amherst?

SSA lists (866) 415-0172 for the Lorain Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

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

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Lorain Social Security Office at (866) 415-0172 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.

Every Social Security office in Ohio

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)

Independent site, not affiliated with the Social Security Administration. Office addresses, phone numbers and hours come from SSA's public office data. To apply for benefits or manage your record, go to SSA directly at ssa.gov.