Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Trenton, NJ
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Trenton area is $32.50 per hour ($67,600 a year), with the typical range running from $24.88 to $39.52. That ranks 24th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 33rd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Trenton. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Trenton.
- $32.50median pay per hour, Trenton
- $25–$40typical range per hour
- 1,410employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Trenton, NJ
The metro median is 3% above the New Jersey statewide median of $31.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,410 computer user support specialists employed in the Trenton-Princeton metro area, 5.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.31).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.57 | $38,630 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.88 | $51,750 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.50 | $67,600 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.52 | $82,200 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.96 | $97,680 | 62% above U.S. median |
How Trenton ranks
- 24th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 33rd 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 Trenton
- Overall prices in Trenton-Princeton run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% above the U.S. average (index 135.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.50 median hour buys what $31.50 buys at the national price level, 9% 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: $58,500
- Per month: $4,875
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Trenton-Princeton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Trenton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Trenton.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Health Regional Medical Center Trenton, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Trenton Psychiatric Hosp Trenton, NJ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 25 mi | $29.59/hr | 1,573,916 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 25 mi | $33.66/hr | 57,487 |
| Camden, NJ | 27 mi | $29.59/hr | 71,749 |
| Plainfield, NJ | 33 mi | $33.66/hr | 56,507 |
| Perth Amboy, NJ | 33 mi | $33.66/hr | 56,939 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 42 mi | $27.32/hr | 79,453 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in New Jersey · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New Jersey
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
New Jersey 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 Trenton, NJ?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Trenton-Princeton metro area have a median pay of $32.50 per hour, about $67,600 a year. The middle half earn between $24.88 and $39.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Trenton a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Trenton-Princeton ranks 33rd of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 24th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Trenton?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Trenton, led by Capital Health Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Trenton as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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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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