Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Blue Springs, MO
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Blue Springs area is $27.51 per hour ($57,220 a year), with the typical range running from $21.56 to $31.69. That ranks 150th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 84th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Blue Springs. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Blue Springs.
- $27.51median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $22–$32typical range per hour
- 6,350employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Blue Springs, MO
The metro median is 9% above the Missouri statewide median of $25.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 6,350 computer user support specialists employed in the Kansas City metro area, 5.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.45 | $40,460 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.56 | $44,840 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.51 | $57,220 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.69 | $65,920 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.09 | $81,310 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Blue Springs ranks
- 150th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 84th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Missouri 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 Blue Springs
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.51 median hour buys what $29.73 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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- Per year: $49,518
- Per month: $4,126
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Blue Springs
CMS lists 1 hospital in Blue Springs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Medical Center Blue Springs, MO | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence, MO | 7 mi | $27.51/hr | 121,629 |
| Lee's Summit, MO | 9 mi | $27.51/hr | 106,419 |
| Lawrence, KS | 54 mi | $24.62/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 60 mi | $25.46/hr | 71,098 |
| Topeka, KS | 77 mi | $24.38/hr | 125,467 |
| Columbia, MO | 104 mi | $25.95/hr | 130,900 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Missouri · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Missouri
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
Missouri 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 Blue Springs, MO?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $27.51 per hour, about $57,220 a year. The middle half earn between $21.56 and $31.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Blue Springs a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 84th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 150th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Blue Springs?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Blue Springs, led by St Mary's Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Blue Springs as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 Blue Springs?
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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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