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Social Security Offices Near Amherst, WI

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Amherst, WI?

SSA assigns Amherst, WI's ZIP code, 54406, to the Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office at 2213 8th St South, Wisconsin Rapids, about 27 miles away, phone (855) 686-1465, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Amherst, WI

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.

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Which Social Security Office Serves Your ZIP Code in Amherst?

SSA assigns Amherst's ZIP code, 54406, to the Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office in Wisconsin Rapids. 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
54406Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office for ZIP code 5440625 miles

ZIP code 54406 goes to the Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office, 2213 8th St South, Wisconsin Rapids.

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 Plover

Plover is about 13 miles west of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 54467, to the Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office at 2213 8th St South, Wisconsin Rapids, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Stevens Point

Stevens Point is about 14 miles west of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (54481 and 54482) to the Wausau Social Security Office at 352 Grand Ave, Wausau, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office is closer to central Stevens Point (about 17 miles, against 30 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

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Social Security Office Near Chain O' Lakes

Chain O' Lakes is about 10 miles southeast of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 54981, to the Appleton Social Security Office at 607 W Northland Ave, Appleton, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office is closer to central Chain O' Lakes (about 32 miles, against 37 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

Social Security Office Near Polonia

Polonia is about 11 miles northwest of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (54423 and 54473) to the Wausau Social Security Office at 352 Grand Ave, Wausau, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office is closer to central Polonia (about 25 miles, against 28 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

Social Security Office Near King

King is about 11 miles southeast of central Amherst. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (54946 and 54981) to the Appleton Social Security Office at 607 W Northland Ave, Appleton, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office is closer to central King (about 34 miles, against 35 miles), but it isn't the office SSA assigns.

How to Get an Appointment at the Wisconsin Rapids 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 Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office at (855) 686-1465, 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.

Video Appointments Near Amherst

SSA also meets people by video at partner sites: Stockbridge Munsee Community in Bowler (about 36 miles), Pillar Adult Shelter And Resource Center in Appleton (about 44 miles) and Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin in Keshena (about 45 miles). Ask an office whether a video appointment fits your 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 Amherst?

There isn't an office in Amherst, WI itself. The closest is the Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office, 2213 8th St South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494, about 27 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Amherst?

SSA assigns Amherst's ZIP code, 54406, to the Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office in Wisconsin Rapids. 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 Wisconsin Rapids 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 (855) 686-1465 for the Wisconsin Rapids 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 Wisconsin Rapids Social Security Office at (855) 686-1465 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 Wisconsin

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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