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Social Security field office · code C79

Newton, NJ Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Newton is at 20 East Clinton Street, Newton, NJ 07860. Phone: (877) 575-5189. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Newark hearing office (about 10.0 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address20 East Clinton Street
Newton, NJ 07860
Phone(877) 575-5189
Fax(833) 950-3283
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 codeC79

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Newton office

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

Hearing officeNewark, NJ(877) 405-9798
Average processing time10.0 mo303 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings55%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Division of Disability Determinations. 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 Newton Social Security office?

The Newton, NJ Social Security office phone number is (877) 575-5189 and its fax is (833) 950-3283. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Newton 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 Newton?

20 East Clinton Street, Newton, NJ 07860.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Newton office?

SSA lists the Newton field office among those served by the Newark Hearing Office (Newark, NJ). Its average processing time is about 10.0 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.