Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Shreveport, LA
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Shreveport area earn a median of $24.03 per hour, about $49,990 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.41 and $30.73. That ranks 299th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 153rd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Shreveport. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Shreveport.
- $24.03median pay per hour, Shreveport
- $22–$31typical range per hour
- 340employed in the metro area
- 85cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Shreveport, LA
The metro median is 6% below the Louisiana statewide median of $25.65 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 340 computer user support specialists employed in the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.47).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.78 | $39,060 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.41 | $46,610 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.03 | $49,990 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.73 | $63,920 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.82 | $93,230 | 54% above U.S. median |
How Shreveport ranks
- 299th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 153rd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Shreveport
- Overall prices in Shreveport-Bossier City run 15% below the U.S. average (index 84.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% below the U.S. average (index 52.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.03 median hour buys what $28.35 buys at the national price level, 2% 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: $43,254
- Per month: $3,604
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Shreveport
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Shreveport.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Willis Knighton Medical Center Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport-St Mary Medical Cent Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | No |
| Overton Brooks Va Medical Center (Shreveport) Shreveport, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Specialists Hospital Shreveport Shreveport, LA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Brentwood Hospital Shreveport, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Intensive Specialty Hospital Shreveport, LA | Long-term | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Louisiana Behavioral Health Shreveport, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Physicians Behavioral Hospital Shreveport, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bossier City, LA | 9 mi | $24.03/hr | 63,218 |
| Longview, TX | 57 mi | $24.25/hr | 83,668 |
| Tyler, TX | 89 mi | $24.70/hr | 112,219 |
| Rockwall, TX | 157 mi | $27.67/hr | 53,547 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 160 mi | $24.00/hr | 81,157 |
| Rowlett, TX | 163 mi | $27.67/hr | 68,123 |
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 Shreveport
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Shreveport, LA?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area have a median pay of $24.03 per hour, about $49,990 a year. The middle half earn between $22.41 and $30.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Shreveport a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Shreveport-Bossier City ranks 153rd of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 299th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 15% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Shreveport?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Shreveport, led by Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in Shreveport 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 Shreveport?
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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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