Clinical Social Worker jobs in Billings, MT
Clinical Social Workers in the Billings area earn a median of $31.41 per hour, about $65,320 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.74 and $32.25. That ranks 172nd of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 164th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Billings. The free report below lists employers near Billings and what they pay.
- $31.41median pay per hour, Billings
- $24–$32typical range per hour
- 150clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Billings, MT
The metro median is 11% above the Montana statewide median of $28.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 150 healthcare social workers employed in the Billings metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.31).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.53 | $44,780 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.74 | $49,380 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.41 | $65,320 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.25 | $67,080 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.64 | $90,770 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Billings ranks
- 172nd of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 164th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Montana 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.
What your pay buys in Billings
- Overall prices in Billings run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 77.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.41 median hour buys what $33.58 buys at the national price level, 3% 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: $56,538
- Per month: $4,712
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Billings metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Billings
| 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).
Hospitals in Billings
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Billings, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings Clinic Hospital Billings, MT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital Billings, MT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 Yellowstone County
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Yellowstone County (1 geographic, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 121 mi | $30.10/hr | 57,894 |
| Great Falls, MT | 176 mi | $27.50/hr | 60,013 |
| Casper, WY | 232 mi | $31.89/hr | 58,823 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 234 mi | $30.24/hr | 69,523 |
| Missoula, MT | 272 mi | $27.74/hr | 78,204 |
| Pocatello, ID | 279 mi | $34.11/hr | 58,231 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Montana · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Montana
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Montana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Billings
Billings city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Billings, MT?
Clinical Social Workers in the Billings metro area have a median pay of $31.41 per hour, about $65,320 a year. The middle half earn between $23.74 and $32.25 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Billings a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Billings ranks 164th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 172nd of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Billings?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Billings, led by Billings Clinic Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Billings as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Billings in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Yellowstone 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 Billings?
The federal per diem benchmark in Billings 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 Billings?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Billings and across Montana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Billings.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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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368 Social Worker postings with published pay in the US, 303 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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