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Desktop Support Technician
Mercy · Illinois
$24.60–$38.14/ hour
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Chicago, IL
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Chicago area is $28.64 per hour ($59,570 a year), with the typical range running from $22.47 to $36.77. That ranks 96th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 193rd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 33 hospitals in Chicago. The free report below lists employers near Chicago and what they pay.
- $28.64median pay per hour, Chicago
- $22–$37typical range per hour
- 18,330employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Chicago, IL
The metro median is 5% above the Illinois statewide median of $27.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 18,330 computer user support specialists employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 4.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.09 | $39,710 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.47 | $46,740 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.64 | $59,570 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.77 | $76,480 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.31 | $94,240 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Chicago ranks
- 96th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 193rd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Illinois 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 Chicago
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.64 median hour buys what $27.65 buys at the national price level, 5% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,031
- Per year: $51,552
- Per month: $4,296
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Chicago
CMS lists 33 hospitals in Chicago.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Jesse Brown Va Medical Center - Va Chicago Healthcare System Chicago, IL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The University Of Chicago Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics Chicago, IL | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Amita Health Resurrection Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Swedish Hospital Chicago, IL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cicero, IL | 4 mi | $28.64/hr | 82,090 |
| Berwyn, IL | 5 mi | $28.64/hr | 55,152 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois
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
Illinois 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 Chicago, IL?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $28.64 per hour, about $59,570 a year. The middle half earn between $22.47 and $36.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chicago a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 193rd of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 96th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Chicago?
CMS lists 33 hospitals in Chicago, led by Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Chicago as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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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Low$21Median$37.08High$57
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