Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Lexington, KY
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Lexington area is $27.00 per hour ($56,160 a year), with the typical range running from $22.14 to $30.96. That ranks 171st of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 111th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Lexington. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lexington.
- $27.00median pay per hour, Lexington
- $22–$31typical range per hour
- 1,130employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Lexington, KY
The metro median is 9% above the Kentucky statewide median of $24.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,130 computer user support specialists employed in the Lexington-Fayette metro area, 4.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.82 | $37,070 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.14 | $46,050 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.00 | $56,160 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.96 | $64,400 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.20 | $79,460 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Lexington ranks
- 171st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 111th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Lexington
- Overall prices in Lexington-Fayette run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 77.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.00 median hour buys what $29.07 buys at the national price level, in line with 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: $48,600
- Per month: $4,050
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lexington-Fayette metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Lexington
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Lexington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Lexington Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kentucky Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lexington Va Medical Center Lexington, KY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph East Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Eastern State Hospital Lexington, KY | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| The Ridge Behavioral Health System Lexington, KY | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | 65 mi | $26.16/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 70 mi | $26.16/hr | 52,912 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 76 mi | $25.65/hr | 314,915 |
| Hamilton, OH | 94 mi | $25.65/hr | 63,953 |
| Middletown, OH | 101 mi | $25.65/hr | 52,291 |
| Columbus, IN | 113 mi | $25.41/hr | 51,970 |
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 Lexington, KY?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Lexington-Fayette metro area have a median pay of $27.00 per hour, about $56,160 a year. The middle half earn between $22.14 and $30.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lexington a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Lexington-Fayette ranks 111th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 171st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Lexington?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Lexington, led by Baptist Health Lexington. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Lexington 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 Lexington?
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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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