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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Gulfport, MS
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Gulfport area is $22.46 per hour ($46,710 a year), with the typical range running from $18.16 to $28.81. That ranks 355th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 315th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Gulfport.
- $22.46median pay per hour, Gulfport
- $18–$29typical range per hour
- 420employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Gulfport, MS
The metro median is in line with the Mississippi statewide median of $22.45 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 420 computer user support specialists employed in the Gulfport-Biloxi 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% | $15.10 | $31,410 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.16 | $37,770 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.46 | $46,710 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.81 | $59,920 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.65 | $80,390 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Gulfport ranks
- 355th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 315th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Mississippi 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.
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- Overall prices in Gulfport-Biloxi run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 67.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.46 median hour buys what $24.95 buys at the national price level, 14% 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.
Estimate your Gulfport paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$809
- Per year: $40,428
- Per month: $3,369
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Gulfport
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital At Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Singing River Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 58 mi | $25.65/hr | 362,701 |
| Mobile, AL | 60 mi | $23.17/hr | 201,367 |
| Kenner, LA | 76 mi | $25.65/hr | 64,650 |
| Pensacola, FL | 112 mi | $25.90/hr | 53,898 |
| Jackson, MS | 147 mi | $24.25/hr | 141,449 |
| Montgomery, AL | 212 mi | $23.52/hr | 195,818 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Mississippi · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Mississippi
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
Mississippi taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Gulfport
Gulfport city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Gulfport, MS?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area have a median pay of $22.46 per hour, about $46,710 a year. The middle half earn between $18.16 and $28.81 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gulfport a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Gulfport-Biloxi ranks 315th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 355th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Gulfport?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport, led by Memorial Hospital At Gulfport. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Gulfport as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Gulfport?
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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
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