Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Santa Fe, NM
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Santa Fe area is $27.08 per hour ($56,330 a year), with the typical range running from $22.61 to $30.98. That ranks 168th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 202nd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Santa Fe. The free report below lists employers near Santa Fe and what they pay.
- $27.08median pay per hour, Santa Fe
- $23–$31typical range per hour
- 240employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Santa Fe, NM
The metro median is 18% above the New Mexico statewide median of $22.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 240 computer user support specialists employed in the Santa Fe metro area, 4.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.88).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.42 | $38,310 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.61 | $47,030 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.08 | $56,330 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.98 | $64,440 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.95 | $78,940 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Santa Fe ranks
- 168th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 202nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Santa Fe
- Overall prices in Santa Fe run 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.08 median hour buys what $27.42 buys at the national price level, 5% 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: $48,744
- Per month: $4,062
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Santa Fe metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Santa Fe
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Santa Fe.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center Santa Fe, NM | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center Santa Fe, NM | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Santa Fe Phs Indian Hospital Santa Fe, NM | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho, NM | 48 mi | $22.86/hr | 112,524 |
| Albuquerque, NM | 54 mi | $22.86/hr | 560,326 |
| Amarillo, TX | 236 mi | $23.15/hr | 203,729 |
| Lubbock, TX | 274 mi | $21.97/hr | 272,086 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 319 mi | $28.85/hr | 77,539 |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 361 mi | $30.46/hr | 246,170 |
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 Santa Fe
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Santa Fe, NM?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Santa Fe metro area have a median pay of $27.08 per hour, about $56,330 a year. The middle half earn between $22.61 and $30.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Santa Fe a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Santa Fe ranks 202nd of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 168th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Santa Fe?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Santa Fe, led by Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Mexico license to work in Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe?
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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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