Clinical Social Worker jobs in Missoula, MT
Clinical Social Workers in the Missoula area earn a median of $27.74 per hour, about $57,700 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.27 and $33.79. That ranks 324th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 309th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Missoula. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Missoula.
- $27.74median pay per hour, Missoula
- $23–$34typical range per hour
- 100clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Missoula, MT
The metro median is 2% below the Montana statewide median of $28.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 100 healthcare social workers employed in the Missoula metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.25).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.40 | $46,590 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.27 | $48,400 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.74 | $57,700 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.79 | $70,280 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.85 | $74,570 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Missoula ranks
- 324th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 309th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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 Missoula
- Overall prices in Missoula run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.74 median hour buys what $28.76 buys at the national price level, 12% 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.
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- Per year: $49,932
- Per month: $4,161
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Missoula metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Missoula
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $152 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,582 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,566 |
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 Missoula
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Missoula, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Patrick Hospital Missoula, MT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Medical Center Missoula, MT | 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 Missoula County
HRSA lists 3 active mental health shortage designations that include Missoula County (1 geographic, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Falls, MT | 135 mi | $27.50/hr | 60,013 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 142 mi | $37.01/hr | 57,355 |
| Spokane Valley, WA | 160 mi | $31.94/hr | 108,267 |
| Bozeman, MT | 164 mi | $30.10/hr | 57,894 |
| Spokane, WA | 169 mi | $31.94/hr | 230,609 |
| Pasco, WA | 246 mi | $34.76/hr | 81,724 |
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 Missoula
Missoula city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Missoula, MT?
Clinical Social Workers in the Missoula metro area have a median pay of $27.74 per hour, about $57,700 a year. The middle half earn between $23.27 and $33.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Missoula a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Missoula ranks 309th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 324th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Missoula?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Missoula, led by St. Patrick Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Missoula 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 Missoula in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active mental health shortage designations that include Missoula 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 Missoula?
The federal per diem benchmark in Missoula is $152 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 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 Missoula?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Missoula and across Montana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Missoula.
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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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