Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Las Cruces, NM
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Las Cruces area earn a median of $23.46 per hour, about $48,800 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.76 and $25.37. That ranks 327th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 285th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Las Cruces. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Las Cruces.
- $23.46median pay per hour, Las Cruces
- $18–$25typical range per hour
- 380employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Las Cruces, NM
The metro median is 3% above the New Mexico statewide median of $22.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 380 computer user support specialists employed in the Las Cruces metro area, 4.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.79 | $34,920 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.76 | $36,940 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.46 | $48,800 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $25.37 | $52,770 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.27 | $65,040 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Las Cruces ranks
- 327th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 285th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 New Mexico 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 Las Cruces
- Overall prices in Las Cruces run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.46 median hour buys what $26.01 buys at the national price level, 10% 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.
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- Per year: $42,228
- Per month: $3,519
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Las Cruces metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Las Cruces
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Las Cruces.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc Las Cruces, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mountain View Regional Medical Center Las Cruces, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Bhc Mesilla Valley Hospital, Llc Las Cruces, NM | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso, TX | 39 mi | $21.18/hr | 681,723 |
| Albuquerque, NM | 192 mi | $22.86/hr | 560,326 |
| Rio Rancho, NM | 204 mi | $22.86/hr | 112,524 |
| Tucson, AZ | 239 mi | $27.65/hr | 554,013 |
| Marana, AZ | 254 mi | $30.46/hr | 62,380 |
| Odessa, TX | 262 mi | $27.21/hr | 119,748 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in New Mexico · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New Mexico
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 Mexico taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Las Cruces
Las Cruces city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Las Cruces, NM?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Las Cruces metro area have a median pay of $23.46 per hour, about $48,800 a year. The middle half earn between $17.76 and $25.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Las Cruces a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Las Cruces ranks 285th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 327th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Las Cruces?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Las Cruces, led by Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Mexico license to work in Las Cruces as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Mexico requires for your role with the New Mexico 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 Las Cruces?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Las Cruces and across New Mexico. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Las Cruces.
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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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22 IT Support postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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