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Social Worker - Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program
Veterans Health Administration · Shelbyville, IN
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Carmel, IN
Clinical Social Workers in the Carmel area earn a median of $32.89 per hour, about $68,420 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.56 and $38.73. That ranks 117th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 131st of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Carmel. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Carmel.
- $32.89median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $29–$39typical range per hour
- 1,840clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Carmel, IN
The metro median is 2% above the Indiana statewide median of $32.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 1,840 healthcare social workers employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood 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% | $23.59 | $49,070 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.56 | $59,400 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.89 | $68,420 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.73 | $80,560 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.74 | $97,220 | 43% above U.S. median |
How Carmel ranks
- 117th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 131st of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 12 Indiana 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 Carmel
- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.89 median hour buys what $34.37 buys at the national price level, 5% 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$1,184
- Per year: $59,202
- Per month: $4,934
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Carmel
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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 Indiana
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Medical Social Worker
CommonSpirit Health · Columbus, IN
$26.70–$39.71/ hour
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Hospitals in Carmel
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Carmel, 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 Vincent Heart Center Carmel, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health North Hospital Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Carmel Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Hamilton County
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Hamilton County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield, IN | 5 mi | $32.89/hr | 62,994 |
| Noblesville, IN | 9 mi | $32.89/hr | 75,239 |
| Kokomo, IN | 34 mi | $30.29/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 43 mi | $35.86/hr | 65,320 |
| Lafayette, IN | 48 mi | $34.94/hr | 71,757 |
| Columbus, IN | 54 mi | $29.17/hr | 51,970 |
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License and tax basics in Indiana
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Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Carmel, IN?
Clinical Social Workers in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $32.89 per hour, about $68,420 a year. The middle half earn between $28.56 and $38.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Carmel a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 131st of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 117th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Carmel?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Carmel, led by St Vincent Heart Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Carmel as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Carmel in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Hamilton 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 Carmel?
The federal per diem benchmark in Carmel is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 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 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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Low$29Median$43.00High$61
368 Social Worker postings with published pay in the US, 303 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Social Worker roles
- Social Worker - Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary ProgramPermanent$62k–$98k/ year
- Medical Social WorkerPer diem$26.70–$39.71/ hour
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