PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Prelicensed Social Worker
Fresenius Medical Care · Kalamazoo, MI
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Kalamazoo, MI
Clinical Social Workers in the Kalamazoo area earn a median of $33.75 per hour, about $70,200 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $26.25 and $43.45. That ranks 104th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 83rd of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo. The free report below lists employers near Kalamazoo and what they pay.
- $33.75median pay per hour, Kalamazoo
- $26–$43typical range per hour
- 240clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Clinical Social Worker pay in Kalamazoo, MI
The metro median is 6% above the Michigan statewide median of $31.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 240 healthcare social workers employed in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.67).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.52 | $46,840 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.25 | $54,600 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.75 | $70,200 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.45 | $90,380 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.81 | $116,080 | 70% above U.S. median |
How Kalamazoo ranks
- 104th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 83rd of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 13 Michigan 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 Kalamazoo-Portage run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 81.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.75 median hour buys what $35.59 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Kalamazoo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,215
- Per year: $60,750
- Per month: $5,062
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kalamazoo
| 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 Michigan
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Clinical Social Worker
Acadia Healthcare · New Baltimore, MI
$30.00–$35.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Social Worker - PCMHI
Veterans Health Administration · Clare, MI
$87k–$113k/ year
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Medical Social Worker (Emergency) VSP/Variable Hours
Holland Hospital · Holland, MI
$31.23–$46.48/ hour
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Social Worker- Substance Use Disorder Clinic (EDRP)
Veterans Health Administration · Battle Creek, MI
$70k–$111k/ year
Hospitals in Kalamazoo
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Borgess Medical Center Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kalamazoo Behavioral Health Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Mental health shortage areas in Kalamazoo County
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Kalamazoo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek, MI | 18 mi | $29.75/hr | 52,205 |
| Kentwood, MI | 42 mi | $31.03/hr | 54,768 |
| Wyoming, MI | 43 mi | $31.03/hr | 78,559 |
| Elkhart, IN | 45 mi | $31.92/hr | 53,690 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 48 mi | $31.03/hr | 200,117 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 51 mi | $31.77/hr | 51,020 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Kalamazoo, MI?
Clinical Social Workers in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area have a median pay of $33.75 per hour, about $70,200 a year. The middle half earn between $26.25 and $43.45 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kalamazoo a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Kalamazoo-Portage ranks 83rd of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 104th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Kalamazoo?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, led by Bronson Methodist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kalamazoo as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kalamazoo in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active mental health shortage designations that include Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
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- Veterans Health AdministrationClare, MI · 2 postings$45.77/ hr$34–$54
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