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Social Security field office · code 991

Hilo, HI Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Hilo is at 111 E Puainako St, Suite 710, Hilo, HI 96720. Phone: (855) 572-4860. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Honolulu hearing office (about 9.4 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address111 E Puainako St, Suite 710
Hilo, HI 96720
Phone(855) 572-4860
Fax(833) 950-2766
Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday–SundayClosed
SSA office code991

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Hilo office

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

Hearing officeHonolulu, HI(855) 601-2479 Ext. 31381
Average processing time9.4 mo287 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings68%FY 2026 · national 58%

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

The Hilo, HI Social Security office phone number is (855) 572-4860 and its fax is (833) 950-2766. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Hilo Social Security office?

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, according to SSA. It is closed on weekends and federal holidays.

Where is the Social Security office in Hilo?

111 E Puainako St, Suite 710, Hilo, HI 96720.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Hilo office?

SSA lists the Hilo field office among those served by the Honolulu Hearing Office (Honolulu, HI). Its average processing time is about 9.4 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.