Clinical Social Worker salary in Michigan
Clinical Social Workers in Michigan earn a median of $31.94 per hour, about $66,440 a year, 2% below the U.S. median of $32.74. The middle half earn between $27.37 and $37.58 per hour. The highest median among Michigan metro areas is in Ann Arbor, MI, at $37.58 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $31.94median pay per hour
- $66,440median pay per year
- 5,110employed in Michigan
- #25of 50 states by median pay
Clinical Social Worker pay in Michigan: percentiles
| Level | Michigan per hour | Michigan per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.82 | $47,470 | $21.65 |
| Lower quartile | $27.37 | $56,930 | $26.62 |
| Median | $31.94 | $66,440 | $32.74 |
| Upper quartile | $37.58 | $78,170 | $40.10 |
| Top 10% | $43.47 | $90,420 | $48.50 |
Clinical Social Worker pay by metro area in Michigan
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Michigan median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor, MI | $37.58 | $78,160 | 410 | 18% above | $37.25 |
| Lansing-East Lansing, MI | $34.71 | $72,200 | 210 | 9% above | $36.54 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage, MI | $33.75 | $70,200 | 240 | 6% above | $35.59 |
| Saginaw, MI | $33.59 | $69,860 | 130 | 5% above | $36.96 |
| Flint, MI | $32.79 | $68,210 | 210 | 3% above | $35.25 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $32.66 | $67,930 | 2,170 | 2% above | $32.56 |
| Midland, MI | $31.83 | $66,210 | 50 | in line with | $34.63 |
| Bay City, MI | $31.79 | $66,130 | 90 | in line with | $34.58 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI | $31.49 | $65,500 | 80 | 1% below | $34.04 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI | $31.03 | $64,540 | 670 | 3% below | $32.48 |
| Traverse City, MI | $30.21 | $62,830 | 60 | 5% below | $32.35 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $29.75 | $61,890 | 100 | 7% below | $32.86 |
| Niles, MI | $29.04 | $60,390 | 30 | 9% below | — |
| Jackson, MI | $28.88 | $60,070 | 80 | 10% below | $31.47 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Clinical Social Worker pay in states next to Michigan
What employers are posting in Michigan
- 4roles with published pay
- $41.22median pay per hour
- $31–$54typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Health Administration | 2 | $45.77 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 1 | $32.50 |
| Holland Hospital | 1 | $38.85 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Michigan · Clinical Social Worker salary nationwide · Michigan state guide
Common questions
How much does a clinical social worker make in Michigan?
The median is $31.94 per hour, about $66,440 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $22.82 and the top 10% earn over $43.47 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Michigan city pays clinical social workers the most?
Among Michigan metro areas, Ann Arbor, MI has the highest median at $37.58 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Michigan rank for clinical social worker pay?
Michigan ranks 25th of 50 states by median clinical social worker pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Veterans Health AdministrationClare, MI · 2 postings$45.77/ hr$34–$54
- 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
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