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Yale New Haven Health · New Haven, CT
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in New Haven, CT
Pay for healthcare it support specialists in the New Haven area centers on $33.84 per hour, or about $70,380 a year. The lower quarter earns under $26.89 and the upper quarter over $40.72. That ranks 17th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 22nd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in New Haven. The free report below lists employers near New Haven and what they pay.
- $33.84median pay per hour, New Haven
- $27–$41typical range per hour
- 1,100employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in New Haven, CT
The metro median is 2% above the Connecticut statewide median of $33.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,100 computer user support specialists employed in the New Haven metro area, 3.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.93 | $47,690 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.89 | $55,930 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.84 | $70,380 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.72 | $84,700 | 40% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.40 | $98,590 | 63% above U.S. median |
How New Haven ranks
- 17th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 22nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Connecticut 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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- Overall prices in New Haven run 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 24% above the U.S. average (index 124.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.84 median hour buys what $32.36 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.
Estimate your New Haven paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,218
- Per year: $60,912
- Per month: $5,076
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Haven metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in New Haven
CMS lists 2 hospitals in New Haven.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yale-New Haven Hospital New Haven, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Connecticut Mental Health Center New Haven, CT | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport, CT | 16 mi | $35.81/hr | 151,599 |
| Waterbury, CT | 18 mi | $31.78/hr | 115,908 |
| Danbury, CT | 29 mi | $35.81/hr | 88,692 |
| Hartford, CT | 34 mi | $31.25/hr | 122,129 |
| Stamford, CT | 36 mi | $35.81/hr | 139,134 |
| White Plains, NY | 47 mi | $33.66/hr | 62,561 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Connecticut · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Connecticut
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
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in New Haven, CT?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the New Haven metro area have a median pay of $33.84 per hour, about $70,380 a year. The middle half earn between $26.89 and $40.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Haven a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
New Haven ranks 22nd of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 17th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in New Haven?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in New Haven, led by Yale-New Haven Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in New Haven as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 New Haven?
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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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Low$21Median$37.08High$57
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