Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Bowling Green, KY
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Bowling Green area earn a median of $23.47 per hour, about $48,810 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.50 and $29.04. That ranks 325th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 284th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bowling Green.
- $23.47median pay per hour, Bowling Green
- $18–$29typical range per hour
- 220employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Bowling Green, KY
The metro median is 5% below the Kentucky statewide median of $24.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 220 computer user support specialists employed in the Bowling Green metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.17 | $33,630 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.50 | $36,400 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.47 | $48,810 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.04 | $60,400 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.99 | $74,860 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Bowling Green ranks
- 325th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 284th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 6 Kentucky 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 Bowling Green
- Overall prices in Bowling Green run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.47 median hour buys what $26.03 buys at the national price level, 10% 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: $42,246
- Per month: $3,520
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bowling Green metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Bowling Green
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Medical Center (Bowling Green) Bowling Green, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital Bowling Green, KY | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Rivendell Behavioral Health Services Bowling Green, KY | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallatin, TN | 41 mi | $28.28/hr | 52,489 |
| Hendersonville, TN | 47 mi | $28.28/hr | 63,947 |
| Lebanon, TN | 54 mi | $28.28/hr | 51,501 |
| Clarksville, TN | 58 mi | $23.21/hr | 185,690 |
| Nashville, TN | 59 mi | $28.28/hr | 704,963 |
| Owensboro, KY | 66 mi | $25.60/hr | 60,675 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Kentucky · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kentucky
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
Kentucky 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 Bowling Green, KY?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Bowling Green metro area have a median pay of $23.47 per hour, about $48,810 a year. The middle half earn between $17.50 and $29.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bowling Green a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Bowling Green ranks 284th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 325th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Bowling Green?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green, led by The Medical Center (Bowling Green). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Bowling Green as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Bowling Green?
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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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