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Social Worker - Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Fort Wayne, IN
Clinical Social Workers in the Fort Wayne area earn a median of $35.31 per hour, about $73,450 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.55 and $39.38. That ranks 77th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 37th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Fort Wayne.
- $35.31median pay per hour, Fort Wayne
- $29–$39typical range per hour
- 440clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Fort Wayne, IN
The metro median is 9% above the Indiana statewide median of $32.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 440 healthcare social workers employed in the Fort Wayne metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.64).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.05 | $50,020 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.55 | $59,380 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.31 | $73,450 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.38 | $81,910 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.36 | $96,430 | 42% above U.S. median |
How Fort Wayne ranks
- 77th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 37th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Fort Wayne
- Overall prices in Fort Wayne run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 72.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.31 median hour buys what $38.14 buys at the national price level, 17% 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$1,271
- Per year: $63,558
- Per month: $5,297
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fort Wayne metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fort Wayne
| 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 Indiana
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CommonSpirit Health · Columbus, IN
$26.70–$39.71/ hour
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Hospitals in Fort Wayne
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dupont Hospital Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph Health System, Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkview Regional Medical Center Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Maple Heights Behavioral Health Fort Wayne, IN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Park Center, Inc Fort Wayne, IN | Psychiatric | 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 Allen County
HRSA lists 3 active mental health shortage designations that include Allen County (1 geographic, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart, IN | 60 mi | $31.92/hr | 53,690 |
| Muncie, IN | 63 mi | $35.86/hr | 65,320 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 67 mi | $31.77/hr | 51,020 |
| Kokomo, IN | 67 mi | $30.29/hr | 60,093 |
| South Bend, IN | 71 mi | $31.77/hr | 103,713 |
| Anderson, IN | 75 mi | $32.89/hr | 55,851 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Indiana · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
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.
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Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Fort Wayne, IN?
Clinical Social Workers in the Fort Wayne metro area have a median pay of $35.31 per hour, about $73,450 a year. The middle half earn between $28.55 and $39.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fort Wayne a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Fort Wayne ranks 37th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 77th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Fort Wayne?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne, led by Dupont Hospital Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active mental health shortage designations that include Allen 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 Fort Wayne?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fort Wayne 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.
Does Valorem Health place clinical social workers in Fort Wayne?
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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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