PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Social Worker - LCSW - Radiation Oncology
Foundation Health Partners · Fairbanks, AK
$36.44–$58.30/ hour
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Anchorage, AK
Clinical Social Workers in the Anchorage area earn a median of $37.67 per hour, about $78,360 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.83 and $42.52. That ranks 41st of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 79th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Anchorage.
- $37.67median pay per hour, Anchorage
- $29–$43typical range per hour
- 180clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Anchorage, AK
The metro median is in line with the Alaska statewide median of $37.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 180 healthcare social workers employed in the Anchorage metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.25 | $56,680 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.83 | $59,970 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.67 | $78,360 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.52 | $88,440 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.76 | $107,660 | 58% above U.S. median |
How Anchorage ranks
- 41st of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 79th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Healthcare Social Workers (SOC 21-1022), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Anchorage
- Overall prices in Anchorage run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.67 median hour buys what $35.73 buys at the national price level, 9% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,356
- Per year: $67,806
- Per month: $5,650
- Alaska has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Anchorage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Anchorage
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel clinical social worker assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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Hospitals in Anchorage
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Alaska Medical Center Anchorage, AK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Native Medical Center Anchorage, AK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, AK | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Psychiatric Institute Anchorage, AK | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| North Star Hospital Anchorage, AK | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Mental health shortage areas in Anchorage Municipality
HRSA lists 20 active mental health shortage designations that include Anchorage Municipality (1 population-group, 19 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 15 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for social workers and other mental health clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
License and tax basics in Alaska
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alaska does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Anchorage
Anchorage city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Anchorage, AK?
Clinical Social Workers in the Anchorage metro area have a median pay of $37.67 per hour, about $78,360 a year. The middle half earn between $28.83 and $42.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Anchorage a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Anchorage ranks 79th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Anchorage?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage, led by Providence Alaska Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alaska license to work in Anchorage as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Anchorage in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 20 active mental health shortage designations that include Anchorage Municipality. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Anchorage?
The federal per diem benchmark in Anchorage is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place clinical social workers in Anchorage?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$66.11/ hr$57–$75
- Veterans Health AdministrationLos Angeles, CA · 13 postings$63.41/ hr$32–$77
- Stanford Children's HealthPALO ALTO, CA · 4 postings$63.02/ hr$59–$68
- BrightSpring Health ServicesSAN DIEGO, CA · 4 postings$62.50/ hr$60–$65
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- Social Worker - LCSW - Radiation OncologyPermanent$36.44–$58.30/ hour
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