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Social Security field office · code 173

Paterson, NJ Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Paterson is at 200 Federal Plz, First Floor, Paterson, NJ 07505. Phone: (888) 397-9806. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Jersey City hearing office (about 9.8 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address200 Federal Plz, First Floor
Paterson, NJ 07505
Phone(888) 397-9806
Fax(833) 950-2976
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 code173

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Paterson office

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

Hearing officeJersey City, NJ(877) 773-7451
Average processing time9.8 mo299 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings65%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 Paterson Social Security office?

The Paterson, NJ Social Security office phone number is (888) 397-9806 and its fax is (833) 950-2976. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Paterson 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 Paterson?

200 Federal Plz, First Floor, Paterson, NJ 07505.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Paterson office?

SSA lists the Paterson field office among those served by the Jersey City Hearing Office (Jersey City, NJ). Its average processing time is about 9.8 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.