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Social Worker- HUD-VASH Case Manager
Veterans Health Administration · White City, OR
$72k–$113k/ year
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Clinical Social Worker jobs in Portland, OR
The median clinical social worker pay in the Portland area is $40.83 per hour ($84,930 a year), with the typical range running from $32.04 to $49.92. That ranks 24th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 32nd of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Portland. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Portland.
- $40.83median pay per hour, Portland
- $32–$50typical range per hour
- 1,490clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Portland, OR
The metro median is in line with the Oregon statewide median of $40.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 1,490 healthcare social workers employed in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.04 | $58,320 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.04 | $66,640 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.83 | $84,930 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.92 | $103,830 | 52% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.66 | $107,450 | 58% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 24th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 32nd of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 7 Oregon 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 Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.83 median hour buys what $38.73 buys at the national price level, 18% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,470
- Per year: $73,494
- Per month: $6,124
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $155 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,687 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,931 |
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).
Open Clinical Social Worker roles in Oregon
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Portland as they open.
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Senior Social Worker-Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI)
Veterans Health Administration · White City, OR
$104k–$136k/ year
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Senior Social Worker-Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP)
Veterans Health Administration · White City, OR
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Social Worker-Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP)
Veterans Health Administration · White City, OR
$72k–$113k/ year
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Social Worker-Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program
Veterans Health Administration · White City, OR
$72k–$113k/ year
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Hospice Medical Social Worker
Amedisys · Roseburg, OR
$110k–$115k/ year
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Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Portland, 5 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Va Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Portland Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence Portland Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Emanuel Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ohsu Hospital And Clinics Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children - Portland Portland, OR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Cedar Hills Hospital Portland, OR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Mental health shortage areas in Multnomah County
HRSA lists 16 active mental health shortage designations that include Multnomah County (1 population-group, 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver, WA | 7 mi | $40.83/hr | 198,992 |
| Beaverton, OR | 9 mi | $40.83/hr | 98,302 |
| Salem, OR | 46 mi | $38.81/hr | 180,406 |
| Albany, OR | 67 mi | $39.46/hr | 57,156 |
| Corvallis, OR | 74 mi | $39.46/hr | 61,993 |
| Springfield, OR | 104 mi | $39.53/hr | 61,182 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Oregon · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oregon
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oregon taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Portland
Portland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Portland, OR?
Clinical Social Workers in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area have a median pay of $40.83 per hour, about $84,930 a year. The middle half earn between $32.04 and $49.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro ranks 32nd of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 24th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Portland?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Portland, led by Portland Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Portland as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Portland in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 16 active mental health shortage designations that include Multnomah 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 Portland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portland is $155 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,687 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationWhite City, OR · 5 postings$44.51/ hr$35–$65
- North Bend Medical Center, IncCoos Bay, OR · 1 wage offer$26.44/ hr$26–$26
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$66.11/ hr$57–$75
- Veterans Health AdministrationLos Angeles, CA · 13 postings$63.41/ hr$32–$77
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2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$49.30High$65
6 Social Worker postings with published pay in Oregon, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Social Worker roles
- Social Worker- HUD-VASH Case ManagerPermanent$72k–$113k/ year
- Senior Social Worker-Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI)Permanent$104k–$136k/ year
+ 4 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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