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Senior Social Worker
Veterans Health Administration · Augusta, GA
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Valdosta, GA
The median clinical social worker pay in the Valdosta area is $26.39 per hour ($54,900 a year), with the typical range running from $22.11 to $29.77. That ranks 341st of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 296th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Valdosta. The free report below lists employers near Valdosta and what they pay.
- $26.39median pay per hour, Valdosta
- $22–$30typical range per hour
- 90clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Valdosta, GA
The metro median is 12% below the Georgia statewide median of $29.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 90 healthcare social workers employed in the Valdosta metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.39).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.39 | $38,250 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.11 | $45,990 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.39 | $54,900 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.77 | $61,920 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.09 | $77,150 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Valdosta ranks
- 341st of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 296th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th 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 Valdosta
- Overall prices in Valdosta run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 58.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.39 median hour buys what $29.90 buys at the national price level, 9% 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$950
- Per year: $47,502
- Per month: $3,958
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Valdosta metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Valdosta
| 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).
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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Hospitals in Valdosta
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Valdosta, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sgmc Health Valdosta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Greenleaf Center Valdosta, GA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Mental health shortage areas in Lowndes County
HRSA lists 1 active mental health shortage designation that include Lowndes County (1 geographic). The highest-scoring one rates 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tallahassee, FL | 64 mi | $29.81/hr | 205,089 |
| Albany, GA | 73 mi | $27.61/hr | 66,705 |
| Gainesville, FL | 98 mi | $33.24/hr | 148,720 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 103 mi | $32.52/hr | 1,009,833 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 123 mi | $28.53/hr | 86,199 |
| Dothan, AL | 129 mi | $24.69/hr | 71,650 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Valdosta, GA?
Clinical Social Workers in the Valdosta metro area have a median pay of $26.39 per hour, about $54,900 a year. The middle half earn between $22.11 and $29.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Valdosta a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Valdosta ranks 296th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 341st of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Valdosta?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Valdosta, led by Sgmc Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Valdosta 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 Valdosta in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active mental health shortage designation that include Lowndes 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 Valdosta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Valdosta 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.
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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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- Senior Social WorkerPermanent$93k–$121k/ year
- Licensed Medical Social WorkerPer diem$52.00–$64.00/ hour
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