Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Raleigh, NC
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Raleigh area earn a median of $28.85 per hour, about $60,010 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.73 and $35.07. That ranks 89th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 95th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Raleigh. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Raleigh.
- $28.85median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $23–$35typical range per hour
- 4,950employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Raleigh, NC
The metro median is 2% above the North Carolina statewide median of $28.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 4,950 computer user support specialists employed in the Raleigh-Cary metro area, 6.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.51).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.37 | $38,210 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.73 | $47,280 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.85 | $60,010 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.07 | $72,950 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.47 | $86,260 | 43% above U.S. median |
How Raleigh ranks
- 89th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 95th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 13 North Carolina 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 Raleigh
- Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.85 median hour buys what $29.39 buys at the national price level, 1% 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: $51,930
- Per month: $4,328
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Raleigh
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Raleigh.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rex Hospital Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holly Hill Mental Health Services Raleigh, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Triangle Springs Raleigh, NC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary, NC | 11 mi | $28.85/hr | 182,659 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 12 mi | $28.85/hr | 56,764 |
| Durham, NC | 18 mi | $30.47/hr | 301,870 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 23 mi | $30.47/hr | 64,028 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 48 mi | $22.75/hr | 54,541 |
| Burlington, NC | 49 mi | $25.32/hr | 61,365 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in North Carolina · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Carolina
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
North Carolina 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 Raleigh, NC?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $28.85 per hour, about $60,010 a year. The middle half earn between $22.73 and $35.07 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Raleigh a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 95th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 89th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Raleigh?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Raleigh, led by Rex Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Raleigh as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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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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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