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Social Security field office · code 518

Sterling, IL Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Sterling is at 3610 E Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081. Phone: (866) 789-1093. 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

Address3610 E Lincolnway
Sterling, IL 61081
Phone(866) 789-1093
Fax(833) 950-3443
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 code518

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Sterling office

SSA lists the Sterling 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 Sterling Social Security office?

The Sterling, IL Social Security office phone number is (866) 789-1093 and its fax is (833) 950-3443. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Sterling 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 Sterling?

3610 E Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Sterling office?

SSA lists the Sterling 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.