Clinical Social Worker jobs in Southaven, MS
Clinical Social Workers in the Southaven area earn a median of $32.35 per hour, about $67,290 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $26.34 and $39.29. That ranks 135th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 101st of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Southaven. The free report below lists employers near Southaven and what they pay.
- $32.35median pay per hour, Memphis
- $26–$39typical range per hour
- 1,040clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Southaven, MS
The metro median is 19% above the Mississippi statewide median of $27.26 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 1,040 healthcare social workers employed in the Memphis metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.39).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.80 | $43,260 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.34 | $54,790 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.35 | $67,290 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.29 | $81,720 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.16 | $91,850 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Southaven ranks
- 135th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 101st 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 Southaven
- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.35 median hour buys what $35.09 buys at the national price level, 7% 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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- Per year: $58,230
- Per month: $4,853
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Southaven
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
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. 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).
Hospitals in Southaven
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Clinical Social Worker pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 11 mi | $32.35/hr | 610,919 |
| Collierville, TN | 17 mi | $32.35/hr | 51,951 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 72 mi | $32.40/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 81 mi | $26.55/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 129 mi | $32.06/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 136 mi | $32.06/hr | 204,774 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Mississippi · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Southaven
Southaven city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Southaven, MS?
Clinical Social Workers in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $32.35 per hour, about $67,290 a year. The middle half earn between $26.34 and $39.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southaven a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 101st of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 135th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Southaven?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Southaven as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Southaven?
The federal per diem benchmark in Southaven is $126 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 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 Southaven?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Southaven and across Mississippi. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Southaven.
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- 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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