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Social Security field office · code 979

Chico, CA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Chico is at 1370 E. Lassen Ave, Ste 150, Chico, CA 95973. Phone: (866) 964-7585. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Sacramento hearing office (about 8.4 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address1370 E. Lassen Ave, Ste 150
Chico, CA 95973
Phone(866) 964-7585
Fax(833) 950-2452
Monday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday–SundayClosed
SSA office code979

Address, phone and hours from SSA's official field office file. Offices close on federal holidays.

Appealing a disability decision from the Chico office

SSA lists the Chico field office among the offices served by the Sacramento Hearing Office. That is where an administrative law judge will hear your case if your claim is denied at reconsideration.

Hearing officeSacramento, CA(866) 931-2544
Average processing time8.4 mo256 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings68%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Disability Determination Service Division. Read how to appeal a denial (60-day deadline) and what happens at the hearing.

What you can do at this office

  • Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), SSI, survivors and spouse benefits. Social Security card applications too.
  • Replace a Social Security card or update your name.
  • Request a reconsideration or a hearing if your claim was denied (forms).
  • Report changes that affect your benefits and get benefit verification letters.

Many of these services can be done online at ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213. See how to schedule an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the phone number of the Chico Social Security office?

The Chico, CA Social Security office phone number is (866) 964-7585 and its fax is (833) 950-2452. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Chico Social Security office?

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, according to SSA. It is closed on weekends and federal holidays.

Where is the Social Security office in Chico?

1370 E. Lassen Ave, Ste 150, Chico, CA 95973.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Chico office?

SSA lists the Chico field office among those served by the Sacramento Hearing Office (Sacramento, CA). Its average processing time is about 8.4 months.

Do I need an appointment?

SSA says that if you need in-person help, you must make an appointment to visit a local office. Call the office or 1-800-772-1213 (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday to Friday). Many services are also available online at ssa.gov.