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Social Security field office · code 467

Elkhart, IN Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Elkhart is at 231 Waterfall Drive, Elkhart, IN 46516. Phone: (866) 426-0532. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Fort Wayne hearing office (about 8.4 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address231 Waterfall Drive
Elkhart, IN 46516
Phone(866) 426-0532
Fax(833) 950-2146
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 code467

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Elkhart office

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

Hearing officeFort Wayne, IN(866) 770-1735
Average processing time8.4 mo254 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings60%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Indiana Disability Determination Bureau. 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 Elkhart Social Security office?

The Elkhart, IN Social Security office phone number is (866) 426-0532 and its fax is (833) 950-2146. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Elkhart 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 Elkhart?

231 Waterfall Drive, Elkhart, IN 46516.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Elkhart office?

SSA lists the Elkhart field office among those served by the Fort Wayne Hearing Office (Fort Wayne, IN). 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.