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Social Security field office · code 496

Rockford, IL Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Rockford is at 502 E Jefferson St, Rockford, IL 61107. Phone: (877) 628-6570. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Evanston hearing office (about 8.4 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address502 E Jefferson St
Rockford, IL 61107
Phone(877) 628-6570
Fax(833) 950-2800
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 code496

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Rockford office

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

Hearing officeEvanston, IL(866) 336-6051
Average processing time8.4 mo255 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings61%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Bureau of Disability 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 Rockford Social Security office?

The Rockford, IL Social Security office phone number is (877) 628-6570 and its fax is (833) 950-2800. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Rockford 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 Rockford?

502 E Jefferson St, Rockford, IL 61107.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Rockford office?

SSA lists the Rockford field office among those served by the Evanston Hearing Office (Evanston, IL). 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.