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Social Security field office · code 562

Norwalk, CA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Norwalk is at 12440 E Imperial Hwy, Ste 170, Norwalk, CA 90650. Phone: (866) 331-3281. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Norwalk hearing office (about 8.8 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address12440 E Imperial Hwy, Ste 170
Norwalk, CA 90650
Phone(866) 331-3281
Fax(833) 950-3381
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 code562

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Norwalk office

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

Hearing officeNorwalk, CA(877) 870-6385
Average processing time8.8 mo266 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings67%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 Norwalk Social Security office?

The Norwalk, CA Social Security office phone number is (866) 331-3281 and its fax is (833) 950-3381. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Norwalk 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 Norwalk?

12440 E Imperial Hwy, Ste 170, Norwalk, CA 90650.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Norwalk office?

SSA lists the Norwalk field office among those served by the Norwalk Hearing Office (Norwalk, CA). Its average processing time is about 8.8 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.