PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Help Desk Specialist
Infirmary Health System · Mobile, AL
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Mobile, AL
Pay for healthcare it support specialists in the Mobile area centers on $23.17 per hour, or about $48,190 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.85 and the upper quarter over $27.85. That ranks 336th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 271st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Mobile. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Mobile.
- $23.17median pay per hour, Mobile
- $20–$28typical range per hour
- 570employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Healthcare IT Support Specialist roles in Mobile
3 more open roles from employers in Mobile. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
IT Help Desk Specialist - SSO Information Technology - USA Health Shared Services
University of South Alabama Hospitals · Mobile, AL
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PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Unit Technician
Infirmary Health System · Mobile, AL
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Mobile, AL
The metro median is 1% below the Alabama statewide median of $23.49 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 570 computer user support specialists employed in the Mobile metro area, 3.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.75).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.25 | $33,800 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.85 | $41,290 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.17 | $48,190 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.85 | $57,930 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $32.39 | $67,370 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Mobile ranks
- 336th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 271st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 8 Alabama metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for healthcare it support specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Computer User Support Specialists.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Computer User Support Specialists (SOC 15-1232), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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Named employers near Mobile, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Mobile
- Overall prices in Mobile run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 60.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.17 median hour buys what $26.30 buys at the national price level, 9% below 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 Mobile paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$834
- Per year: $41,706
- Per month: $3,476
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Mobile metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Mobile
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springhill Medical Center Mobile, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health Hca Providence Hospital, Llc Mobile, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mobile Infirmary Medical Center Mobile, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health University Hospital Mobile, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health Children's & Women's Hospital Mobile, AL | Children's | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| Baypointe Behavioral Health Mobile, AL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FL | 57 mi | $25.90/hr | 53,898 |
| Gulfport, MS | 60 mi | $22.46/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 117 mi | $25.65/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 136 mi | $25.65/hr | 64,650 |
| Montgomery, AL | 159 mi | $23.52/hr | 195,818 |
| Dothan, AL | 165 mi | $21.27/hr | 71,650 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Alabama · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Alabama
Healthcare IT support specialists keep workstations, devices and clinical applications running for care teams.
- Help desk or desktop support experience
- CompTIA A+ or similar for many roles
- Comfort working with clinical staff
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Mobile
Mobile city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Mobile, AL?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Mobile metro area have a median pay of $23.17 per hour, about $48,190 a year. The middle half earn between $19.85 and $27.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Mobile a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Mobile ranks 271st of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 336th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Mobile?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile, led by Springhill Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Mobile as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place healthcare it support specialists in Mobile?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Mobile and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Mobile.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 7 postings$37.08/ hr$33–$41
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 1 posting$60.58/ hr$50–$72
- ChristianaCareNewark, DE · 1 posting$54.74/ hr$42–$67
- Fairview Health ServicesMinneapolis, MN · 1 posting$53.35/ hr$44–$63
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2What they are offering now
Low$21Median$37.08High$57
22 IT Support postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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