PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Senior Social Worker
Veterans Health Administration · Augusta, GA
$93k–$121k/ year
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Savannah, GA
The median clinical social worker pay in the Savannah area is $30.36 per hour ($63,150 a year), with the typical range running from $24.64 to $35.88. That ranks 209th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 227th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Savannah. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Savannah.
- $30.36median pay per hour, Savannah
- $25–$36typical range per hour
- 270clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Savannah, GA
The metro median is 2% above the Georgia statewide median of $29.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 270 healthcare social workers employed in the Savannah metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.74 | $43,140 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.64 | $51,250 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.36 | $63,150 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.88 | $74,630 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.11 | $83,430 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Savannah ranks
- 209th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 227th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 12 Georgia metro areas
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 Savannah
- Overall prices in Savannah run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.36 median hour buys what $31.89 buys at the national price level, 3% below 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$1,093
- Per year: $54,648
- Per month: $4,554
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Savannah metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Savannah
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $152 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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. 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).
Open Clinical Social Worker roles in Georgia
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Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Licensed Medical Social Worker
Amedisys · Vidalia, GA
$52.00–$64.00/ hour
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Licensed Medical Social Worker
Amedisys · Gray, GA
$58.00–$65.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Savannah
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Savannah, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candler Hospital Savannah, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah Savannah, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Savannah Health Services Llc Dba Memorial Health University Medical Center Savannah, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Coastal Harbor Treatment Center Savannah, GA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Georgia Regional Hosp Savannah Savannah, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Chatham County
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Chatham County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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.
Clinical Social Worker pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerville, SC | 90 mi | $34.78/hr | 52,625 |
| North Charleston, SC | 91 mi | $34.78/hr | 126,005 |
| Charleston, SC | 91 mi | $34.78/hr | 157,665 |
| Mount Pleasant, SC | 95 mi | $34.78/hr | 95,604 |
| Goose Creek, SC | 97 mi | $34.78/hr | 50,352 |
| Augusta, GA | 106 mi | $30.96/hr | 201,737 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Georgia · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Georgia
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Savannah
Savannah city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Savannah, GA?
Clinical Social Workers in the Savannah metro area have a median pay of $30.36 per hour, about $63,150 a year. The middle half earn between $24.64 and $35.88 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Savannah a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Savannah ranks 227th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 209th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Savannah?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Savannah, led by Candler Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Savannah as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Savannah in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Chatham County. 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 Savannah?
The federal per diem benchmark in Savannah is $152 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 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 Savannah?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysVidalia, GA · 3 postings$58.00/ hr$52–$65
- St. Mary's Hospital, Inc.Athens, GA · 1 wage offer$30.50/ hr$29–$32
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$66.11/ hr$57–$75
- Veterans Health AdministrationLos Angeles, CA · 13 postings$63.41/ hr$32–$77
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Low$46Median$57.50High$65
4 Social Worker postings with published pay in Georgia, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Social Worker roles
- Senior Social WorkerPermanent$93k–$121k/ year
- Licensed Medical Social WorkerPer diem$52.00–$64.00/ hour
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