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Psychiatric Unit Support Coordinator (Adult General Psych), Day Shift, Behavioral Health
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Baltimore, MD
Pay for healthcare it support specialists in the Baltimore area centers on $30.65 per hour, or about $63,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.83 and the upper quarter over $38.58. That ranks 44th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 98th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Baltimore.
- $30.65median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $26–$39typical range per hour
- 4,300employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Baltimore, MD
The metro median is 3% above the Maryland statewide median of $29.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 4,300 computer user support specialists employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 3.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.17 | $46,110 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.83 | $53,730 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.65 | $63,740 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.58 | $80,250 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.29 | $100,440 | 66% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 44th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 98th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Baltimore
- Overall prices in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.65 median hour buys what $29.33 buys at the national price level, 1% above 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$1,103
- Per year: $55,170
- Per month: $4,597
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $36.18/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $36.18/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $36.18/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $36.18/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $36.18/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $36.18/hr | 89,537 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Maryland
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
Maryland 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 Baltimore, MD?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $30.65 per hour, about $63,740 a year. The middle half earn between $25.83 and $38.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 98th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 44th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Baltimore?
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, led by Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland 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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