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Social Security field office · code 205

Erie, PA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Erie is at 717 State St, Highmark Bldg Ste 500, Erie, PA 16501. Phone: (877) 405-2887. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Seven Fields hearing office (about 8.2 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address717 State St, Highmark Bldg Ste 500
Erie, PA 16501
Phone(877) 405-2887
Fax(833) 950-3177
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 code205

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Erie office

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

Hearing officeSeven Fields, PA(855) 278-4199
Average processing time8.2 mo250 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings70%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Bureau of Disability Determination. 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 Erie Social Security office?

The Erie, PA Social Security office phone number is (877) 405-2887 and its fax is (833) 950-3177. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Erie 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 Erie?

717 State St, Highmark Bldg Ste 500, Erie, PA 16501.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Erie office?

SSA lists the Erie field office among those served by the Seven Fields Hearing Office (Seven Fields, PA). Its average processing time is about 8.2 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.