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Social Security field office · code 343

Kinston, NC Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Kinston is at 2559 N Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501. Phone: (866) 593-5671. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Fayetteville hearing office (about 8.9 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address2559 N Queen St
Kinston, NC 28501
Phone(866) 593-5671
Fax(833) 950-3143
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 code343

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Kinston office

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

Hearing officeFayetteville, NC(888) 552-7169
Average processing time8.9 mo270 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings65%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 Kinston Social Security office?

The Kinston, NC Social Security office phone number is (866) 593-5671 and its fax is (833) 950-3143. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Kinston 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 Kinston?

2559 N Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Kinston office?

SSA lists the Kinston field office among those served by the Fayetteville Hearing Office (Fayetteville, NC). Its average processing time is about 8.9 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.