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Social Security field office · code 082

Waterbury, CT Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Waterbury is at 51 North Elm St, Suite 1, Waterbury, CT 06702. Phone: (877) 405-4874. Hours: Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 AM; Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Hartford hearing office (about 8.4 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address51 North Elm St, Suite 1
Waterbury, CT 06702
Phone(877) 405-4874
Fax(833) 950-2358
Monday9:00 AM - 4:00 AM
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 code082

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Waterbury office

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

Hearing officeHartford, CT(866) 931-2878
Average processing time8.4 mo254 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings59%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Disability Determination Services. 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 Waterbury Social Security office?

The Waterbury, CT Social Security office phone number is (877) 405-4874 and its fax is (833) 950-2358. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Waterbury Social Security office?

Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 AM; Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; 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 Waterbury?

51 North Elm St, Suite 1, Waterbury, CT 06702.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Waterbury office?

SSA lists the Waterbury field office among those served by the Hartford Hearing Office (Hartford, CT). 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.