Your Nearest Social Security Office
Since there is no SSA office in Boynton Beach, the West Palm Beach SSA Office serves Palm Beach County residents. It’s about a 22 min drive north.
For our full insider guide to this office, including wait times, tips, and visitor experiences, see our West Palm Beach SSA Office page.
Social Security in Boynton Beach & Palm Beach County
Thousands of your neighbors in Boynton Beach and Palm Beach County depend on Social Security. Here are the local numbers:
(ZIP 33424, 33425, 33426)
Palm Beach County
SSA Office
Palm Beach County’s beneficiary population includes retirees, individuals receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients, and survivors. With no local SSA office, many Boynton Beach residents rely on online services, phone support, or the West Palm Beach office for in-person assistance.
What You Can Do Online — Without Visiting an Office
Good news for Boynton Beach residents: most Social Security business can be done online at ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778) — no 11-mile drive required.
Still need to visit in person? Call the West Palm Beach office at (866) 783-7339 to schedule an appointment before making the drive. Read our West Palm Beach SSA Office guide for insider tips on wait times and what to bring.
Services & Free Insider Guides
Whether you visit the West Palm Beach office or handle things online, these are the Social Security services available to Boynton Beach residents. Each includes a free expert guide from Dr. Ed Weir, former SSA District Manager.
Social Security Retirement
Apply for or manage retirement benefits
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →SSDI Disability
Apply for Social Security Disability Insurance
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Need-based benefits for limited income
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →Medicare Enrollment
Enroll in Parts A, B, and D
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →Survivor Benefits
Benefits after loss of a spouse or parent
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →Spousal Benefits
Maximize your household benefit income
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →Appeal a Denial
Fight for the benefits you deserve
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →Working While Receiving Benefits
Understand the earnings limit rules
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →Card Replacement & Name Changes
New card, replacement card, or update your name on Social Security records
Do This Online →Medicaid
Government health coverage for low-income individuals and families
Read Dr. Ed's Insider Guide →Palm Beach County & Local Resources
In addition to the SSA, these local organizations in Palm Beach County can help Boynton Beach residents with Social Security, Medicare, and related benefits:
Palm Beach County Community Services
Local social services including assistance programs, community support, and referrals for Palm Beach County residents.
Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
Free legal aid for low-income residents, including help with Social Security disability appeals, SSI denials, and Medicare issues. Serves Palm Beach County.
SHINE — Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders
Free, unbiased Medicare counseling through Florida’s SHIP program. SHINE counselors help Boynton Beach residents compare Medicare plans, understand coverage options, and resolve billing issues. Call 1-800-963-5337.
Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast
Aging services, caregiver support, and benefits assistance for seniors in the Palm Beach County area.
Florida SNAP/Food Assistance
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps) for Florida. Many SSI and SSDI recipients qualify for additional food assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, there is no Social Security Administration (SSA) office in Boynton Beach, Florida. The nearest SSA office serving Boynton Beach residents is located in West Palm Beach, FL, approximately 11 miles north. However, many Social Security tasks can be completed online at ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213 without visiting an office.
The nearest Social Security office to Boynton Beach, FL is the West Palm Beach SSA Office at 1591 Belvedere Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406. It’s approximately 11 miles from Boynton Beach (about 22 min drive). The office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You can reach them at (866) 783-7339. See our full West Palm Beach SSA Office guide for insider tips on the best times to visit and what to expect.
Bring a government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or state ID) and your Social Security number. That’s enough to get started — the West Palm Beach office staff will tell you if anything else is needed for your specific situation.
Dr. Ed’s tip: Don’t delay your visit trying to gather paperwork. The SSA has access to most of your records already. Every month you wait could mean lost benefits.
Yes! You can handle most Social Security business online at ssa.gov without making the 11-mile trip to West Palm Beach. Online services include:
- Creating a my Social Security account
- Applying for retirement benefits
- Applying for disability benefits (SSDI)
- Requesting a replacement Social Security card
- Checking your benefit amount and payment history
- Enrolling in Medicare
- Downloading your SSA-1099 tax form
- Updating your address or direct deposit information
For complex situations (such as disability appeals or survivor benefits), you may still need to visit in person or call 1-800-772-1213.
Approximately 17,600 Social Security beneficiaries live in the Boynton Beach, FL area (ZIP codes 33424, 33425, 33426). Palm Beach County as a whole has over 44,000 total Social Security beneficiaries, including retirement, disability, and survivor benefit recipients. Despite this significant population, there is no local SSA office — all in-person services require a trip to the West Palm Beach SSA Office, 11 miles away.
Get Dr. Ed’s Free Social Security Guide
7 Things Your SSA Office Won’t Tell You — from a former SSA District Manager
Written by Dr. Ed Weir
Former SSA District Manager | 20+ years inside the system
Dr. Ed spent decades inside Social Security, covering retirement, survivor benefits, disability, and Medicaid. Every guide on this site is based on real experience helping thousands of Americans get the benefits they earned. His mission: make sure you don’t leave money on the table.