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Social Security field office · code 744

Joplin, MO Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Joplin is at 4102 S Arizona Ave, Joplin, MO 64804. Phone: (866) 964-7421. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Springfield hearing office (about 8.1 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address4102 S Arizona Ave
Joplin, MO 64804
Phone(866) 964-7421
Fax(833) 926-1829
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 code744

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Joplin office

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

Hearing officeSpringfield, MO(888) 472-2404
Average processing time8.1 mo246 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings40%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 Joplin Social Security office?

The Joplin, MO Social Security office phone number is (866) 964-7421 and its fax is (833) 926-1829. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Joplin 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 Joplin?

4102 S Arizona Ave, Joplin, MO 64804.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Joplin office?

SSA lists the Joplin field office among those served by the Springfield Hearing Office (Springfield, MO). Its average processing time is about 8.1 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.