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Technical Specialist - Laboratory
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in St. Louis, MO
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the St. Louis area is $27.61 per hour ($57,420 a year), with the typical range running from $22.06 to $35.14. That ranks 144th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 112th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis. Tell us your role and we email current openings near St. Louis.
- $27.61median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $22–$35typical range per hour
- 6,040employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in St. Louis, 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 6,040 computer user support specialists employed in the St. Louis metro area, 4.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.12 | $37,690 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.06 | $45,880 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.61 | $57,420 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.14 | $73,090 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.89 | $95,450 | 58% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 144th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 112th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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.
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- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.61 median hour buys what $29.04 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.
Estimate your St. Louis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$994
- Per year: $49,698
- Per month: $4,142
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in St. Louis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Baptist Medical Center Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Louis-John Cochran Va Medical Center St. Louis, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Barnes Jewish Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christian Hospital Northeast Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital South Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $27.61/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $27.61/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $27.12/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $24.86/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $25.95/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 144 mi | $25.35/hr | 79,232 |
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 St. Louis, MO?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $27.61 per hour, about $57,420 a year. The middle half earn between $22.06 and $35.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 112th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 144th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in St. Louis?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis, led by Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in St. Louis and across Missouri. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near St. Louis.
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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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