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Master Social Worker - MSW
Fresenius Medical Care · Sioux City, IA
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Sioux City, IA
The median clinical social worker pay in the Sioux City area is $29.84 per hour ($62,080 a year), with the typical range running from $28.17 to $32.50. That ranks 234th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 124th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City. The free report below lists employers near Sioux City and what they pay.
- $29.84median pay per hour, Sioux City
- $28–$32typical range per hour
- 40clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Clinical Social Worker pay in Sioux City, IA
The metro median is 2% below the Iowa statewide median of $30.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 40 healthcare social workers employed in the Sioux City metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.45).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.85 | $47,530 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.17 | $58,590 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.84 | $62,080 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.50 | $67,600 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.09 | $72,990 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Sioux City ranks
- 234th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 124th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 8 Iowa 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.
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- Overall prices in Sioux City run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.84 median hour buys what $34.52 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.
Estimate your Sioux City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,074
- Per year: $53,712
- Per month: $4,476
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sioux City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sioux City
| 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 Iowa
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Hospitals in Sioux City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center Sioux City, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Regional Medical Center Sioux City, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 Woodbury County
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Woodbury County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 74 mi | $27.19/hr | 209,289 |
| Omaha, NE | 87 mi | $29.40/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 91 mi | $29.40/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 96 mi | $29.40/hr | 64,777 |
| Lincoln, NE | 117 mi | $28.30/hr | 300,619 |
| Ames, IA | 145 mi | $30.05/hr | 69,026 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Iowa · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Iowa
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Iowa taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Sioux City, IA?
Clinical Social Workers in the Sioux City metro area have a median pay of $29.84 per hour, about $62,080 a year. The middle half earn between $28.17 and $32.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sioux City a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Sioux City ranks 124th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 234th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Sioux City?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City, led by Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Sioux City as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Sioux City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Woodbury 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 Sioux City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sioux City 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 Sioux City?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationDes Moines, IA · 2 postings$47.12/ hr$33–$59
- 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
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