Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Pinellas Park, FL
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Pinellas Park area is $27.48 per hour ($57,150 a year), with the typical range running from $22.10 to $35.31. That ranks 151st of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 218th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 21 hospitals in the Pinellas Park metro area. The free report below lists employers near Pinellas Park and what they pay.
- $27.48median pay per hour, Tampa
- $22–$35typical range per hour
- 7,400employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Pinellas Park, FL
The metro median is 2% below the Florida statewide median of $27.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 7,400 computer user support specialists employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 5.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.43 | $38,330 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.10 | $45,970 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.48 | $57,150 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.31 | $73,440 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.65 | $94,950 | 57% above U.S. median |
How Pinellas Park ranks
- 151st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 218th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 20 Florida 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.
What your pay buys in Pinellas Park
- Overall prices in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.48 median hour buys what $27.24 buys at the national price level, 6% 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.
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- Per year: $49,464
- Per month: $4,122
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area
CMS lists 21 hospitals in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida South Tampa Hospital Tampa, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Zephyrhills Zephyrhills, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Morton Plant Hospital Clearwater, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Josephs Hospital Tampa, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tampa Va Medical Center Tampa, FL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Tampa Tampa, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Carrollwood Tampa, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Morton Plant North Bay Hospital New Port Richey, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| South Florida Baptist Hospital Plant City, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Anthonys Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largo, FL | 5 mi | $27.48/hr | 82,337 |
| St. Petersburg, FL | 8 mi | $27.48/hr | 267,102 |
| Bradenton, FL | 27 mi | $29.04/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 37 mi | $29.04/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 48 mi | $27.38/hr | 124,990 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 61 mi | $27.38/hr | 59,975 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Florida · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Florida
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
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Pinellas Park
Pinellas Park city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Pinellas Park, FL?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $27.48 per hour, about $57,150 a year. The middle half earn between $22.10 and $35.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pinellas Park a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 218th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 151st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Pinellas Park?
CMS lists 21 hospitals in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area, led by Hca Florida South Tampa Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Pinellas Park as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Pinellas Park?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Pinellas Park and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Pinellas Park.
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- 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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