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Social Security field office · code 129

Watertown, NY Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Watertown is at 156 Bellew Ave South, Watertown, NY 13601. Phone: (866) 627-6995. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Syracuse hearing office (about 8.3 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address156 Bellew Ave South
Watertown, NY 13601
Phone(866) 627-6995
Fax(833) 926-1866
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 code129

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Watertown office

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

Hearing officeSyracuse, NY(888) 655-6477
Average processing time8.3 mo251 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings57%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 Watertown Social Security office?

The Watertown, NY Social Security office phone number is (866) 627-6995 and its fax is (833) 926-1866. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Watertown 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 Watertown?

156 Bellew Ave South, Watertown, NY 13601.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Watertown office?

SSA lists the Watertown field office among those served by the Syracuse Hearing Office (Syracuse, NY). Its average processing time is about 8.3 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.