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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Decatur, IL
The median clinical social worker pay in the Decatur area is $23.16 per hour ($48,180 a year), with the typical range running from $19.06 to $32.80. That ranks 360th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 328th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Decatur. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Decatur.
- $23.16median pay per hour, Decatur
- $19–$33typical range per hour
- 50clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Decatur, IL
The metro median is 30% below the Illinois statewide median of $33.04 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 50 healthcare social workers employed in the Decatur metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.06 | $39,640 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.06 | $39,640 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.16 | $48,180 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.80 | $68,220 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.27 | $83,760 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Decatur ranks
- 360th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 328th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 7 Illinois 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 Decatur
- Overall prices in Decatur run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 56.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.16 median hour buys what $26.19 buys at the national price level, 20% 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$834
- Per year: $41,688
- Per month: $3,474
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Decatur metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Decatur
| 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 Decatur
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Decatur, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur Memorial Hospital Decatur, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Marys Hospital Decatur, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Mental health shortage areas in Macon County
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Macon County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, IL | 38 mi | $31.73/hr | 112,949 |
| Champaign, IL | 39 mi | $29.02/hr | 91,961 |
| Bloomington, IL | 43 mi | $35.90/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 46 mi | $35.90/hr | 53,304 |
| Peoria, IL | 72 mi | $24.50/hr | 111,696 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 87 mi | $31.01/hr | 58,531 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Illinois · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Decatur, IL?
Clinical Social Workers in the Decatur metro area have a median pay of $23.16 per hour, about $48,180 a year. The middle half earn between $19.06 and $32.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Decatur a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Decatur ranks 328th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 360th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Decatur?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Decatur, led by Decatur Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Decatur as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Decatur in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Macon 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 Decatur?
The federal per diem benchmark in Decatur 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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Your Social Worker pay reportDecatur, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Silver Cross HospitalNew Lenox, IL · 2 postings$36.73/ hr$33–$41
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationDes Plaines, IL · 2 postings$32.69/ hr$25–$41
- OSF Healthcare SystemPeoria, IL · 2 postings$31.88/ hr$29–$34
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Low$26Median$34.58High$42
10 Social Worker postings with published pay in Illinois, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Social Worker roles
- Social WorkerPermanent$24.60–$43.81/ hour
- Social WorkerPermanent$29.30–$34.47/ hour
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