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Social Security field office · code 986

San Luis Obispo, CA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in San Luis Obispo is at 3240 S Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Phone: (855) 207-4865. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Santa Barbara hearing office (about 9.7 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address3240 S Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone(855) 207-4865
Fax(833) 950-2756
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 code986

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

Appealing a disability decision from the San Luis Obispo office

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

Hearing officeSanta Barbara, CA(866) 273-4953
Average processing time9.7 mo295 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings69%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 San Luis Obispo Social Security office?

The San Luis Obispo, CA Social Security office phone number is (855) 207-4865 and its fax is (833) 950-2756. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo?

3240 S Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the San Luis Obispo office?

SSA lists the San Luis Obispo field office among those served by the Santa Barbara Hearing Office (Santa Barbara, CA). Its average processing time is about 9.7 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.