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Social Security field office · code 858

Albuquerque, NM Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Albuquerque is at 500 Lead Ave SW, Suite 100, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Phone: (866) 613-9961. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Albuquerque hearing office (about 8.8 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address500 Lead Ave SW, Suite 100
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone(866) 613-9961
Fax(833) 950-2718
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 code858

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Albuquerque office

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

Hearing officeAlbuquerque, NM(866) 731-3998
Average processing time8.8 mo269 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings49%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 Albuquerque Social Security office?

The Albuquerque, NM Social Security office phone number is (866) 613-9961 and its fax is (833) 950-2718. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?

500 Lead Ave SW, Suite 100, Albuquerque, NM 87102.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Albuquerque office?

SSA lists the Albuquerque field office among those served by the Albuquerque Hearing Office (Albuquerque, NM). Its average processing time is about 8.8 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.