Social Security offices in Ohio by city
Hearing offices in Ohio
| Office | Address | Avg. wait | Approval rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron | Suite 400, 121 South Main Street, Akron 44308-1426 (866) 708-3209 | 7.8 mo | 53% |
| Cincinnati | John W. Peck Federal Building, Suite 4-510, 550 Main Street, Cincinnati 45202 (877) 405-7672 | 8.0 mo | 52% |
| Cleveland | Skylight Office Tower, Suite 500, 1660 West Second Street, Cleveland 44113 (877) 402-0822 | 7.9 mo | 51% |
| Columbus | Suite 400, 401 N. Front Street, Columbus 43215 (888) 397-6870 | 8.6 mo | 63% |
| Dayton | Courthouse Plaza SW, Suite 300, 10 N. Ludlow Street, Dayton 45402 (888) 450-4590 | 9.4 mo | 67% |
| Toledo | 13th Floor, One Seagate, Toledo 43604 (866) 783-7304 | 8.2 mo | 54% |
Ohio Disability Determination Services
The Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities decides the medical part of your claim at the first two levels. Phone: 800-282-2695 (Professional relations / consultative exams). If it denies your claim twice, you move to the hearing offices above.
Judges in Ohio
The appeal path in Ohio
- Initial claim: decided by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities.
- Reconsideration: request it within 60 days of the denial. How it works.
- Hearing: before an administrative law judge at a Ohio hearing office. What to expect.
- Appeals Council and, after that, federal court. Details.
To apply for benefits or replace a card, use one of the field offices listed above.
Frequently asked questions
How many Social Security hearing offices are in Ohio?
SSA lists 6 hearing offices in Ohio: Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Toledo.
What is the disability hearing approval rate in Ohio?
Judges at Ohio hearing offices approved 55% of the cases they decided in FY 2026, compared with 58% nationally.
How many Social Security offices are in Ohio?
SSA lists 56 Social Security field offices in Ohio, in 47 cities.
Which Ohio hearing office is fastest?
In SSA's FY 2026 through July 31, 2026 report, the Akron office had the shortest average processing time in Ohio: 236 days (about 7.8 months).
Who decides disability claims in Ohio?
The Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (DDS) decides initial claims and reconsiderations; phone 800-282-2695. Hearings are held by SSA judges at the hearing offices listed on this page.