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Social Worker Case Management
Ascension Health · Baltimore, MD
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Baltimore, MD
Clinical Social Workers in the Baltimore area earn a median of $32.48 per hour, about $67,570 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.31 and $40.59. That ranks 130th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 268th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. The free report below lists employers near Baltimore and what they pay.
- $32.48median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $21–$41typical range per hour
- 3,190clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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9 more open roles from employers in Baltimore. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Social Worker III Shift Diff Elig Inpatient Dept Care Management
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Clinical Social Worker I
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Clinical Social Worker III Shift Diff Elig
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Clinical Social Worker I Shift Diff Elig Inpatient Dept Care Management (Sickle Cell Team)
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Social Worker II Adult Outpatient Psychiatry
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Behavioral Health Social Worker
Mercy Medical Center · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 18 days ago
Social Worker II Shift Diff Elig Inpatient Dept Care Management
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 26 days ago
Social Worker II Shift Diff Elig Inpatient Psychiatry
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Clinical Social Worker pay in Baltimore, MD
The metro median is 1% below the Maryland statewide median of $32.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 3,190 healthcare social workers employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.22 | $31,660 | 54% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.31 | $44,320 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.48 | $67,570 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.59 | $84,430 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.76 | $93,100 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 130th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 268th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
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 Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.48 median hour buys what $31.09 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
Estimate your Baltimore paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,169
- Per year: $58,464
- Per month: $4,872
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Baltimore
| 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 Maryland
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Baltimore as they open.
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Social Worker II
University of Maryland Medical System · Largo, MD
$33.40–$50.13/ hour
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Community Living Center (CLC) Social Worker
Veterans Health Administration · Perry Point, MD
$78k–$123k/ year
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Social Worker II
University of Maryland Medical System · Bel Air, MD
$31.78–$44.50/ hour
Per diemPosted 11 days ago
Clinical Social Worker II PRN
University of Maryland Medical System · Bel Air, MD
$35.08–$52.64/ hour
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Master Social Worker - MSW
Fresenius Medical Care · Hyattsville, MD
$64k–$107k/ year
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Clinical Social Worker II
University of Maryland Medical System · Bel Air, MD
$35.08–$52.64/ hour
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Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, 4 of the 12 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 Baltimore city
HRSA lists 11 active mental health shortage designations that include Baltimore city (5 population-group, 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $37.51/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $37.51/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $37.51/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $37.51/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $37.51/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $37.51/hr | 89,537 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Maryland · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maryland
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maryland taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Baltimore
Baltimore city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Baltimore, MD?
Clinical Social Workers in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $32.48 per hour, about $67,570 a year. The middle half earn between $21.31 and $40.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 268th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 130th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Baltimore?
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, led by Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Baltimore in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 11 active mental health shortage designations that include Baltimore city. 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 Baltimore?
The federal per diem benchmark in Baltimore 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- University of Maryland Medical SystemBel Air, MD · 6 postings$41.77/ hr$32–$53
- Renoxx Caregivers, IncLanham, MD · 1 wage offer$33.25/ hr$30–$37
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$66.11/ hr$57–$75
- Veterans Health AdministrationLos Angeles, CA · 13 postings$63.41/ hr$32–$77
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Low$32Median$41.77High$53
8 Social Worker postings with published pay in Maryland, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Social Worker IIPermanent$33.40–$50.13/ hour
- Community Living Center (CLC) Social WorkerPermanent$78k–$123k/ year
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