Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Grand Rapids, MI
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Grand Rapids area earn a median of $27.68 per hour, about $57,580 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.32 and $33.92. That ranks 140th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 116th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Rapids.
- $27.68median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $22–$34typical range per hour
- 2,330employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Grand Rapids, MI
The metro median is 3% above the Michigan statewide median of $26.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 2,330 computer user support specialists employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 4.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.32 | $38,110 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.32 | $46,430 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.68 | $57,580 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.92 | $70,550 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.56 | $84,360 | 40% above U.S. median |
How Grand Rapids ranks
- 140th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 116th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 14 Michigan 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 Grand Rapids
- Overall prices in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.68 median hour buys what $28.97 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: $49,824
- Per month: $4,152
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Grand Rapids
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $27.68/hr | 78,559 |
| Kentwood, MI | 6 mi | $27.68/hr | 54,768 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 48 mi | $26.50/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 51 mi | $26.34/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 58 mi | $24.42/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 89 mi | $26.90/hr | 53,690 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Michigan · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Michigan
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
Michigan 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $27.68 per hour, about $57,580 a year. The middle half earn between $22.32 and $33.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Rapids a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 116th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 140th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Grand Rapids?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Grand Rapids as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Grand Rapids?
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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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