Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Columbus, OH
Pay for healthcare it support specialists in the Columbus area centers on $28.88 per hour, or about $60,070 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.33 and the upper quarter over $36.57. That ranks 87th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 64th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Columbus. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Columbus.
- $28.88median pay per hour, Columbus
- $22–$37typical range per hour
- 4,980employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Columbus, OH
The metro median is 12% above the Ohio statewide median of $25.72 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 4,980 computer user support specialists employed in the Columbus metro area, 4.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.33 | $38,130 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.33 | $46,450 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.88 | $60,070 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.57 | $76,070 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.94 | $99,720 | 65% above U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 87th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 64th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 12 Ohio 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 Columbus
- Overall prices in Columbus run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.88 median hour buys what $30.25 buys at the national price level, 4% 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: $51,984
- Per month: $4,332
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Columbus
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ohio State University State Health System Columbus, OH | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grant Medical Center Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Carmel East & West Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Mount Carmel Behavioral Health Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Vista Health And Wellness Llc Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Sun Behavioral Columbus Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark, OH | 30 mi | $28.88/hr | 51,424 |
| Springfield, OH | 43 mi | $24.58/hr | 58,138 |
| Kettering, OH | 65 mi | $24.83/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 66 mi | $24.83/hr | 136,346 |
| Middletown, OH | 80 mi | $25.65/hr | 52,291 |
| Hamilton, OH | 93 mi | $25.65/hr | 63,953 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Ohio · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Ohio
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
Ohio 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 Columbus, OH?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $28.88 per hour, about $60,070 a year. The middle half earn between $22.33 and $36.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 64th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 87th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Columbus?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus, led by Doctors Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Columbus as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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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