Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Pawtucket, RI
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Pawtucket area is $28.77 per hour ($59,840 a year), with the typical range running from $23.37 to $35.96. That ranks 90th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 157th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in the Pawtucket metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Pawtucket.
- $28.77median pay per hour, Providence
- $23–$36typical range per hour
- 2,580employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Pawtucket, RI
The metro median is 1% above the Rhode Island statewide median of $28.57 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 2,580 computer user support specialists employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.52 | $44,760 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.37 | $48,610 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.77 | $59,840 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.96 | $74,800 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.99 | $93,580 | 55% above U.S. median |
How Pawtucket ranks
- 90th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 157th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Pawtucket
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.77 median hour buys what $28.27 buys at the national price level, 3% 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: $51,786
- Per month: $4,316
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 4 mi | $28.77/hr | 194,706 |
| Cranston, RI | 9 mi | $28.77/hr | 84,448 |
| Brockton, MA | 23 mi | $37.38/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 30 mi | $37.38/hr | 73,361 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 32 mi | $37.38/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 33 mi | $37.38/hr | 103,434 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Rhode Island · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Rhode Island
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
Rhode Island 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 Pawtucket, RI?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $28.77 per hour, about $59,840 a year. The middle half earn between $23.37 and $35.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pawtucket a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 157th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 90th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Pawtucket?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, led by Providence Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Pawtucket as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island 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 Pawtucket?
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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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