Clinical Social Worker jobs in Cranston, RI
The median clinical social worker pay in the Cranston area is $37.46 per hour ($77,910 a year), with the typical range running from $27.86 to $43.87. That ranks 50th of 370 U.S. metro areas for clinical social worker pay, and 56th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in the Cranston metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Cranston.
- $37.46median pay per hour, Providence
- $28–$44typical range per hour
- 910clinical social workers employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Clinical Social Worker pay in Cranston, RI
The metro median is 2% below the Rhode Island statewide median of $38.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.74 per hour. BLS counts about 910 healthcare social workers employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.48 | $50,920 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.86 | $57,950 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.46 | $77,910 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.87 | $91,250 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.40 | $100,670 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Cranston ranks
- 50th of 370 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 56th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
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 Cranston
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.46 median hour buys what $36.81 buys at the national price level, 12% 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: $67,428
- Per month: $5,619
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cranston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,638 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,294 |
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 the Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, 5 of the 10 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of clinical social workers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 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 Providence County
HRSA lists 7 active mental health shortage designations that include Providence County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 5 mi | $37.46/hr | 194,706 |
| Warwick, RI | 6 mi | $37.46/hr | 83,554 |
| Brockton, MA | 32 mi | $36.16/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 37 mi | $36.16/hr | 73,361 |
| Worcester, MA | 38 mi | $36.34/hr | 211,286 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 41 mi | $36.16/hr | 60,159 |
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Rhode Island · Clinical Social Worker jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Rhode Island
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Rhode Island taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Cranston
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Common questions
How much do clinical social workers make in Cranston, RI?
Clinical Social Workers in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $37.46 per hour, about $77,910 a year. The middle half earn between $27.86 and $43.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cranston a good place for clinical social workers once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 56th of 333 metro areas for clinical social worker pay after adjusting for local prices, and 50th of 370 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do clinical social workers work in Cranston?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, led by Providence Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Cranston as a clinical social worker?
MSW degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Cranston in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active mental health shortage designations that include Providence 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 Cranston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cranston is $154 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 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 Cranston?
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Your Social Worker pay reportCranston, RI · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Gateway Healthcare, Inc.Charlestown, RI · 1 wage offer$31.30/ hr$31–$31
- Lifespan CorporationCharlestown, RI · 1 wage offer$31.30/ hr$31–$31
- Lifespan Corporation, DBA Brown University HealthCharlestown, RI · 1 wage offer$31.30/ hr$31–$31
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
3 employer-reported wage offers for Social Worker in federal filings in Rhode Island, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Social Worker roles
Open Social Worker roles near Cranston, RI, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.