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Social Security Office in Altoona, PA

Where Is the Social Security Office in Altoona, PA?

The Altoona Social Security Office is in Altoona, at 303 Cayuga Ave, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The next closest is the Johnstown Social Security Office, about 30 miles away.

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Social Security Offices in Altoona

Other Offices Near Altoona

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

SSA assigns all 2 ZIP codes in Altoona to the Altoona Social Security Office. 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 Altoona
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
16601Altoona Social Security Office for ZIP code 166014.6 miles
16602Altoona Social Security Office for ZIP code 166020.3 miles

ZIP codes 16601 and 16602 go to the Altoona Social Security Office, 303 Cayuga Ave, Altoona.

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

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 Blair Township

Blair township is about 7.5 miles south of central Altoona. SSA splits its 26 ZIP codes among 2 offices: 21 to the Altoona Social Security Office in Altoona and 5 to the Johnstown Social Security Office in Johnstown. Its own page lists every ZIP code.

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Social Security Office Near Yellow Springs

Yellow Springs is about 11 miles east of central Altoona. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 16693, to the Altoona Social Security Office at 303 Cayuga Ave, Altoona, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Hollidaysburg

Hollidaysburg is about 5.3 miles south of central Altoona. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 16648, to the Altoona Social Security Office at 303 Cayuga Ave, Altoona, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How to Get an Appointment at the Altoona 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 Altoona Social Security Office at (888) 245-5368, 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 Altoona?

Altoona Social Security Office: 303 Cayuga Ave, Altoona, PA 16602.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Altoona?

SSA assigns all 2 ZIP codes in Altoona to the Altoona Social Security Office. 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 Altoona?

The Altoona 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 Altoona?

SSA lists (888) 245-5368 for the Altoona Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

How Do I Make an Appointment at the Social Security Office in Altoona?

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Altoona Social Security Office at (888) 245-5368 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 Pennsylvania

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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