Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Lawton, OK
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Lawton area is $21.75 per hour ($45,230 a year), with the typical range running from $17.51 to $27.08. That ranks 369th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 306th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Lawton. The free report below lists employers near Lawton and what they pay.
- $21.75median pay per hour, Lawton
- $18–$27typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Lawton, OK
The metro median is 10% below the Oklahoma statewide median of $24.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 200 computer user support specialists employed in the Lawton metro area, 4.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.50 | $32,240 | 47% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.51 | $36,420 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.75 | $45,230 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.08 | $56,330 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.02 | $68,680 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Lawton ranks
- 369th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 306th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Oklahoma 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 Lawton
- Overall prices in Lawton run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 57.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.75 median hour buys what $25.31 buys at the national price level, 13% 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: $39,150
- Per month: $3,262
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lawton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Lawton
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Health Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Southwestern Medical Center Lawton, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Lawton Indian Hospital Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Jim Taliaferro Comm Mental Health Ctr Lawton, OK | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Falls, TX | 49 mi | $22.42/hr | 102,372 |
| Moore, OK | 73 mi | $24.69/hr | 63,845 |
| Norman, OK | 75 mi | $24.69/hr | 131,010 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 78 mi | $24.69/hr | 712,919 |
| Midwest City, OK | 83 mi | $24.69/hr | 58,505 |
| Edmond, OK | 93 mi | $24.69/hr | 99,040 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Oklahoma · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Oklahoma
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
Oklahoma 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 Lawton, OK?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Lawton metro area have a median pay of $21.75 per hour, about $45,230 a year. The middle half earn between $17.51 and $27.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawton a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Lawton ranks 306th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 369th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Lawton?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton, led by Memorial Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Lawton as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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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