Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Pocatello, ID
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Pocatello area is $23.40 per hour ($48,680 a year), with the typical range running from $23.09 to $29.23. That ranks 330th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 270th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Pocatello. The free report below lists employers near Pocatello and what they pay.
- $23.40median pay per hour, Pocatello
- $23–$29typical range per hour
- 160employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Pocatello, ID
The metro median is 5% below the Idaho statewide median of $24.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 160 computer user support specialists employed in the Pocatello metro area, 4.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.62 | $36,650 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.09 | $48,030 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.40 | $48,680 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.23 | $60,800 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.63 | $76,190 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Pocatello ranks
- 330th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 270th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Idaho 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 Pocatello
- Overall prices in Pocatello run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.40 median hour buys what $26.32 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.
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- Per year: $42,120
- Per month: $3,510
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Pocatello metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Pocatello
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pocatello.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portneuf Medical Center Pocatello, ID | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, ID | 48 mi | $27.85/hr | 69,523 |
| Logan, UT | 84 mi | $27.56/hr | 56,770 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 104 mi | $22.87/hr | 55,589 |
| Ogden, UT | 116 mi | $28.15/hr | 88,656 |
| Layton, UT | 127 mi | $28.15/hr | 84,348 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 147 mi | $28.73/hr | 217,783 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Idaho · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Idaho
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
Idaho 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 Pocatello, ID?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Pocatello metro area have a median pay of $23.40 per hour, about $48,680 a year. The middle half earn between $23.09 and $29.23 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pocatello a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Pocatello ranks 270th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 330th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Pocatello?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pocatello, led by Portneuf Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Pocatello as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho 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 Pocatello?
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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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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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