Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Athens, GA
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Athens area earn a median of $25.12 per hour, about $52,250 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.23 and $25.12. That ranks 249th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 236th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Athens. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Athens.
- $25.12median pay per hour, Athens
- $19–$25typical range per hour
- 610employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Athens, GA
The metro median is 9% below the Georgia statewide median of $27.48 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 610 computer user support specialists employed in the Athens-Clarke County metro area, 6.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.42).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.65 | $34,630 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.23 | $40,000 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.12 | $52,250 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $25.12 | $52,250 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.41 | $63,250 | 5% above U.S. median |
How Athens ranks
- 249th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 236th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 12 Georgia 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 Athens
- Overall prices in Athens-Clarke County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.12 median hour buys what $26.91 buys at the national price level, 7% 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: $45,216
- Per month: $3,768
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Athens-Clarke County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Athens
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St Mary's Hospital Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Creek, GA | 48 mi | $28.61/hr | 81,167 |
| Stonecrest, GA | 48 mi | $28.61/hr | 61,015 |
| Alpharetta, GA | 52 mi | $28.61/hr | 67,275 |
| Dunwoody, GA | 54 mi | $28.61/hr | 51,795 |
| Brookhaven, GA | 56 mi | $28.61/hr | 59,370 |
| Roswell, GA | 57 mi | $28.61/hr | 92,227 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Georgia · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Georgia
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
Georgia 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 Athens, GA?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Athens-Clarke County metro area have a median pay of $25.12 per hour, about $52,250 a year. The middle half earn between $19.23 and $25.12 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Athens a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Athens-Clarke County ranks 236th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 249th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Athens?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens, led by Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Athens as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Athens?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Athens and across Georgia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Athens.
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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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