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Social Worker II
University of Maryland Medical System · Largo, MD
$33.40–$50.13/ hour
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Frederick, MD
Clinical Social Workers in the Frederick area earn a median of $37.51 per hour, about $78,010 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $27.60 and $45.30. That ranks 49th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 127th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Frederick. The free report below lists employers near Frederick and what they pay.
- $37.51median pay per hour, Washington
- $28–$45typical range per hour
- 2,530clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Frederick, MD
The metro median is 15% above the Maryland statewide median of $32.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 2,530 healthcare social workers employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.67).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.95 | $41,500 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.60 | $57,410 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.51 | $78,010 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.30 | $94,220 | 38% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.84 | $105,750 | 55% above U.S. median |
How Frederick ranks
- 49th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 127th 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.
What your pay buys in Frederick
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.51 median hour buys what $34.45 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$1,350
- Per year: $67,518
- Per month: $5,626
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Frederick
| 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 Frederick as they open.
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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
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Clinical Social Worker II
University of Maryland Medical System · Bel Air, MD
$35.08–$52.64/ hour
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Hospitals in Frederick
CMS lists 1 hospital in Frederick, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, 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 Frederick County
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Frederick County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaithersburg, MD | 23 mi | $37.51/hr | 70,686 |
| Rockville, MD | 28 mi | $37.51/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 44 mi | $32.48/hr | 568,271 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 65 mi | $31.07/hr | 50,649 |
| Lancaster, PA | 73 mi | $30.20/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 101 mi | $29.91/hr | 96,000 |
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 Frederick
Frederick city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Frederick, MD?
Clinical Social Workers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $37.51 per hour, about $78,010 a year. The middle half earn between $27.60 and $45.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Frederick a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 127th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 49th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Frederick?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Frederick, led by Frederick Health Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Frederick 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 Frederick in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Frederick 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 Frederick?
The federal per diem benchmark in Frederick 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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