Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in New Orleans, LA
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the New Orleans area earn a median of $25.65 per hour, about $53,350 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.30 and $30.84. That ranks 221st of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 188th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Orleans.
- $25.65median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $22–$31typical range per hour
- 1,180employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is in line with the Louisiana statewide median of $25.65 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,180 computer user support specialists employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 2.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.59).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.78 | $36,980 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.30 | $46,380 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.65 | $53,350 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.84 | $64,150 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.51 | $90,500 | 50% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 221st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 188th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Louisiana 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 New Orleans
- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.65 median hour buys what $27.70 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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- Per year: $46,170
- Per month: $3,848
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $25.65/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $22.46/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $23.17/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $24.25/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $25.90/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $24.00/hr | 81,157 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Louisiana · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Louisiana
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
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in New Orleans, LA?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $25.65 per hour, about $53,350 a year. The middle half earn between $22.30 and $30.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 188th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 221st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana 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 New Orleans?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in New Orleans and across Louisiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near New Orleans.
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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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