Clinical Social Worker jobs in Carson City, NV
Pay for clinical social workers in the Carson City area centers on $37.25 per hour, or about $77,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $34.54 and the upper quarter over $41.96. That ranks 51st of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 38th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Carson City. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Carson City.
- $37.25median pay per hour, Carson City
- $35–$42typical range per hour
- 30clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Carson City, NV
The metro median is 2% above the Nevada statewide median of $36.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 30 healthcare social workers employed in the Carson City metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.88 | $62,150 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.54 | $71,840 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Median | $37.25 | $77,480 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.96 | $87,280 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.98 | $106,040 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Carson City ranks
- 51st of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Nevada 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 Carson City
- Overall prices in Carson City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.25 median hour buys what $37.96 buys at the national price level, 16% 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: $67,050
- Per month: $5,588
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Carson City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Carson City
| 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 Carson City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center Carson City, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 Carson City
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Carson City (1 geographic, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 28 mi | $37.51/hr | 281,714 |
| Sparks, NV | 29 mi | $37.51/hr | 111,520 |
| Folsom, CA | 82 mi | $46.81/hr | 88,091 |
| Rocklin, CA | 84 mi | $46.81/hr | 75,129 |
| Lincoln, CA | 85 mi | $46.81/hr | 56,268 |
| Roseville, CA | 89 mi | $46.81/hr | 163,304 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Nevada · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nevada
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Carson City, NV?
Clinical Social Workers in the Carson City metro area have a median pay of $37.25 per hour, about $77,480 a year. The middle half earn between $34.54 and $41.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Carson City a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Carson City ranks 38th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Carson City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City, led by Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Carson City as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Carson City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active mental health shortage designations that include Carson City. 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 Carson City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Carson City 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 Carson City?
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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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