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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Washington, DC
Pay for healthcare it support specialists in the Washington area centers on $36.18 per hour, or about $75,250 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.68 and the upper quarter over $45.57. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Washington. That ranks 10th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 17th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Washington and what they pay.
- $36.18median pay per hour, Washington
- $29–$46typical range per hour
- 17,710employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 2% below the District of Columbia statewide median of $36.96 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 17,710 computer user support specialists employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 5.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.19 | $48,240 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.68 | $59,650 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.18 | $75,250 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.57 | $94,790 | 57% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.76 | $130,540 | 116% above U.S. median |
How Washington ranks
- 10th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 17th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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.
What your pay buys in Washington
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.18 median hour buys what $33.23 buys at the national price level, 15% 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 Washington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,302
- Per year: $65,124
- Per month: $5,427
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Washington
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| United Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Dc Va Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| George Washington Univ Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Howard University Hospital Corp Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
| Children's National Hospital Washington, DC | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Psychiatric Institute Of Washington Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Elizabeths Hospital Washington, DC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | 7 mi | $36.18/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 14 mi | $36.18/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 35 mi | $30.65/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 87 mi | $27.85/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 95 mi | $28.26/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $29.59/hr | 73,176 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in District of Columbia · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in District of Columbia
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
District of Columbia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Washington
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Washington, DC?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $36.18 per hour, about $75,250 a year. The middle half earn between $28.68 and $45.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Washington a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 17th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 10th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring healthcare it support specialists in Washington?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Washington.
Do I need a District of Columbia license to work in Washington as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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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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