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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Gaithersburg, MD
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Gaithersburg area is $36.18 per hour ($75,250 a year), with the typical range running from $28.68 to $45.57. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Gaithersburg and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 20 hospitals in the Gaithersburg metro area. The free report below lists employers near Gaithersburg and what they pay.
- $36.18median pay per hour, Washington
- $29–$46typical range per hour
- 17,710employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 21% above the Maryland statewide median of $29.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 17,710 computer user support specialists employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 5.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.19 | $48,240 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.68 | $59,650 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.18 | $75,250 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.57 | $94,790 | 57% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.76 | $130,540 | 116% above U.S. median |
How Gaithersburg ranks
- 10th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 17th 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 Gaithersburg
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.18 median hour buys what $33.23 buys at the national price level, 15% 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.
Estimate your Gaithersburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,302
- Per year: $65,124
- Per month: $5,427
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Fairfax, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Washington Hospital Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockville, MD | 5 mi | $36.18/hr | 68,417 |
| Washington, DC | 19 mi | $36.18/hr | 702,250 |
| Baltimore, MD | 33 mi | $30.65/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 78 mi | $27.85/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 80 mi | $28.26/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $29.59/hr | 73,176 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Maryland · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
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 Gaithersburg, MD?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $36.18 per hour, about $75,250 a year. The middle half earn between $28.68 and $45.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gaithersburg a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 17th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 10th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring healthcare it support specialists in Gaithersburg?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gaithersburg.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Gaithersburg 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.
Does Valorem Health place healthcare it support specialists in Gaithersburg?
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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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Low$21Median$37.08High$57
22 IT Support postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 IT Support roles
- Psychiatric Unit Support Coordinator (Adult General Psych), Day Shift, Behavioral HealthPermanent$19.21–$24.90/ hour
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