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Social Security field office · code 327

Wilmington, NC Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Wilmington is at 1528 S 16th St, Wilmington, NC 28401. Phone: (866) 964-6227. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Charleston hearing office (about 7.5 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address1528 S 16th St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone(866) 964-6227
Fax(833) 950-2550
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 code327

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Wilmington office

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

Hearing officeCharleston, SC(877) 405-1467
Average processing time7.5 mo227 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings48%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 Wilmington Social Security office?

The Wilmington, NC Social Security office phone number is (866) 964-6227 and its fax is (833) 950-2550. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Wilmington 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 Wilmington?

1528 S 16th St, Wilmington, NC 28401.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Wilmington office?

SSA lists the Wilmington field office among those served by the Charleston Hearing Office (Charleston, SC). Its average processing time is about 7.5 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.