Clinical Social Worker jobs in Boise City, ID
The median clinical social worker pay in the Boise City area is $34.58 per hour ($71,930 a year), with the typical range running from $24.40 to $38.77. That ranks 89th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 98th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in the Boise City metro area. The free report below lists employers near Boise City and what they pay.
- $34.58median pay per hour, Boise City
- $24–$39typical range per hour
- 430clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Boise City, ID
The metro median is 1% above the Idaho statewide median of $34.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 430 healthcare social workers employed in the Boise City metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.40 | $50,750 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.40 | $50,750 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $34.58 | $71,930 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.77 | $80,640 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.28 | $92,100 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Boise City ranks
- 89th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 98th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Idaho 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 Boise City
- Overall prices in Boise City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $34.58 median hour buys what $35.15 buys at the national price level, 7% 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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- Per year: $62,244
- Per month: $5,187
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boise City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Boise City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $177 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,841 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,933 |
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).
Hospitals in the Boise City area
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Boise City area, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Nampa Medical Center Nampa, ID | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| West Valley Medical Center Caldwell, ID | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa Nampa, ID | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital Meridian, ID | 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 Ada County
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Ada 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian, ID | 9 mi | $34.58/hr | 139,740 |
| Nampa, ID | 17 mi | $34.58/hr | 117,350 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 114 mi | $36.01/hr | 55,589 |
| Pocatello, ID | 196 mi | $34.11/hr | 58,231 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 210 mi | $30.24/hr | 69,523 |
| Kennewick, WA | 230 mi | $34.76/hr | 86,728 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Idaho · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Idaho
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Boise City
Boise City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Boise City, ID?
Clinical Social Workers in the Boise City metro area have a median pay of $34.58 per hour, about $71,930 a year. The middle half earn between $24.40 and $38.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Boise City a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Boise City ranks 98th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 89th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Boise City?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Boise City area, led by St Luke's Nampa Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Boise City as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Boise City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Ada 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 Boise City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Boise City is $177 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,841 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 Boise City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Boise City and across Idaho. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Boise City.
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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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