NV · North Las Vegas · Updated October 15, 2026

Clinical Social Worker jobs in North Las Vegas, NV

The median clinical social worker pay in the North Las Vegas area is $36.44 per hour ($75,800 a year), with the typical range running from $28.43 to $42.84. That ranks 59th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 65th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in North Las Vegas. The free report below lists employers near North Las Vegas and what they pay.

More open Clinical Social Worker roles in North Las Vegas

2 more open roles from employers in North Las Vegas. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.

PermanentPosted 6 days ago

Social Worker II (LMSW)

Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · North Las Vegas, NV

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  • FULL_TIME
  • Req 285162
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago

Social Worker III (LCSW)

Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · North Las Vegas, NV

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  • FULL_TIME
  • Req 283416
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Clinical Social Worker pay in North Las Vegas, NV

The metro median is 1% below the Nevada statewide median of $36.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 780 healthcare social workers employed in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.58).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$20.72$43,10037% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$28.43$59,13013% below U.S. median
Median$36.44$75,80011% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$42.84$89,11031% above U.S. median
Top 10%$50.37$104,77054% above U.S. median

How North Las Vegas ranks

  • 59th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 65th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
  • 3rd 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.

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What your pay buys in North Las Vegas

  • Overall prices in Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.5).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $36.44 median hour buys what $36.36 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 North Las Vegas paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,312
  • Per year: $65,592
  • Per month: $5,466
  • Nevada has no state income tax on wages.

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in North Las Vegas

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$134
Meals and incidentals per day$86
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,540
13-week assignment$20,020

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 North Las Vegas

CMS lists 2 hospitals in North Las Vegas, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
North Vista Hospital
North Las Vegas, NV
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - North Las Vegas
North Las Vegas, NV
Acute careFor-profitNot ratedYes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Mental health shortage areas in Clark County

HRSA lists 15 active mental health shortage designations that include Clark County (4 population-group, 11 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

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Las Vegas, NV10 mi$36.44/hr678,922
Henderson, NV20 mi$36.44/hr350,039
St. George, UT100 mi$29.46/hr106,288
Lake Havasu City, AZ131 mi$32.86/hr59,037
Apple Valley, CA170 mi$44.61/hr75,029
Victorville, CA176 mi$44.61/hr140,721

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.

Nevada state guide

Other healthcare roles in North Las Vegas

North Las Vegas city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do clinical social workers make in North Las Vegas, NV?

Clinical Social Workers in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area have a median pay of $36.44 per hour, about $75,800 a year. The middle half earn between $28.43 and $42.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is North Las Vegas a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?

Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas ranks 65th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 59th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.

Where do clinical social workers work in North Las Vegas?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in North Las Vegas, led by North Vista Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Nevada license to work in North Las Vegas 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 North Las Vegas in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 15 active mental health shortage designations that include Clark 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 North Las Vegas?

The federal per diem benchmark in North Las Vegas is $134 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 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 North Las Vegas?

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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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