Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Columbia, SC
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Columbia area earn a median of $26.47 per hour, about $55,050 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.58 and $31.33. That ranks 192nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 158th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Columbia. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Columbia.
- $26.47median pay per hour, Columbia
- $22–$31typical range per hour
- 1,900employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Columbia, SC
The metro median is 9% above the South Carolina statewide median of $24.28 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,900 computer user support specialists employed in the Columbia metro area, 4.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.55 | $36,500 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.58 | $44,890 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.47 | $55,050 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.33 | $65,170 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.62 | $82,410 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Columbia ranks
- 192nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 158th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 South 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 Columbia
- Overall prices in Columbia run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.47 median hour buys what $28.26 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: $47,646
- Per month: $3,970
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Columbia
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Columbia.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Sc Va Medical Center Columbia, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Prisma Health Baptist Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Prisma Health Richland Hospital Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| G Werber Bryan Psych Hosp Columbia, SC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Hill, SC | 62 mi | $29.45/hr | 75,798 |
| Charlotte, NC | 81 mi | $29.45/hr | 943,476 |
| Augusta, GA | 82 mi | $24.35/hr | 201,737 |
| Summerville, SC | 83 mi | $25.14/hr | 52,625 |
| Gastonia, NC | 85 mi | $29.45/hr | 85,535 |
| Goose Creek, SC | 89 mi | $25.14/hr | 50,352 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in South Carolina · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in South 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
South 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 Columbia, SC?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Columbia metro area have a median pay of $26.47 per hour, about $55,050 a year. The middle half earn between $21.58 and $31.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbia a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Columbia ranks 158th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 192nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Columbia?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Columbia, led by Columbia Sc Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in Columbia as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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 Columbia?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Columbia and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Columbia.
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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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