Clinical Social Worker salary in Tennessee
Clinical Social Workers in Tennessee earn a median of $29.76 per hour, about $61,910 a year, 9% below the U.S. median of $32.74. The middle half earn between $24.16 and $37.52 per hour. The highest median among Tennessee metro areas is in Memphis, TN-MS-AR, at $32.35 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $29.76median pay per hour
- $61,910median pay per year
- 5,780employed in Tennessee
- #42of 50 states by median pay
Clinical Social Worker pay in Tennessee: percentiles
| Level | Tennessee per hour | Tennessee per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.73 | $41,040 | $21.65 |
| Lower quartile | $24.16 | $50,250 | $26.62 |
| Median | $29.76 | $61,910 | $32.74 |
| Upper quartile | $37.52 | $78,040 | $40.10 |
| Top 10% | $41.53 | $86,380 | $48.50 |
Clinical Social Worker pay by metro area in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Tennessee median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $32.35 | $67,290 | 1,040 | 9% above | $35.09 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $30.81 | $64,090 | 2,030 | 4% above | $31.98 |
| Knoxville, TN | $29.72 | $61,810 | 550 | in line with | $32.11 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | $29.47 | $61,300 | 610 | 1% below | $32.22 |
| Clarksville, TN-KY | $28.63 | $59,550 | 80 | 4% below | $31.48 |
| Morristown, TN | $28.33 | $58,930 | 70 | 5% below | $32.80 |
| Cleveland, TN | $27.87 | $57,970 | 60 | 6% below | $31.64 |
| Johnson City, TN | $27.74 | $57,700 | 230 | 7% below | $31.55 |
| Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA | $26.72 | $55,580 | 110 | 10% below | $30.91 |
| Jackson, TN | $26.55 | $55,220 | 280 | 11% below | $31.04 |
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 Tennessee
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $27.89 | $58,000 | 6% below Tennessee |
| Arkansas | $29.83 | $62,040 | in line with Tennessee |
| Georgia | $29.85 | $62,090 | in line with Tennessee |
| Kentucky | $31.18 | $64,840 | 5% above Tennessee |
| Mississippi | $27.26 | $56,690 | 8% below Tennessee |
| Missouri | $25.51 | $53,060 | 14% below Tennessee |
| North Carolina | $31.32 | $65,140 | 5% above Tennessee |
| Virginia | $30.86 | $64,200 | 4% above Tennessee |
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Common questions
How much does a clinical social worker make in Tennessee?
The median is $29.76 per hour, about $61,910 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $19.73 and the top 10% earn over $41.53 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Tennessee city pays clinical social workers the most?
Among Tennessee metro areas, Memphis, TN-MS-AR has the highest median at $32.35 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Tennessee rank for clinical social worker pay?
Tennessee ranks 42nd 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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- St. Jude Children's Research HospitalMemphis, TN · 1 wage offer$29.00/ hr$29–$29
- AmedisysLebanon, TN · 2 postings$28.12/ hr$25–$32
- 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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