Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Austin, TX
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Austin area is $28.72 per hour ($59,740 a year), with the typical range running from $22.58 to $35.19. That ranks 93rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 102nd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in Austin. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Austin.
- $28.72median pay per hour, Austin
- $23–$35typical range per hour
- 8,520employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Austin, TX
The metro median is 8% above the Texas statewide median of $26.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 8,520 computer user support specialists employed in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area, 6.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.50).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.84 | $37,110 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.58 | $46,970 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.72 | $59,740 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.19 | $73,200 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.57 | $88,550 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Austin ranks
- 93rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 102nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 24 Texas 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 Austin
- Overall prices in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 120.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.72 median hour buys what $29.29 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: $51,696
- Per month: $4,308
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Austin
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Austin.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Seton Northwest Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St David's Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| North Austin Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St David's South Austin Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Seton Southwest Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Austin Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Dell Children's Medical Center Austin, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pflugerville, TX | 14 mi | $28.72/hr | 66,819 |
| Cedar Park, TX | 15 mi | $28.72/hr | 78,380 |
| New Braunfels, TX | 47 mi | $25.65/hr | 116,477 |
| Killeen, TX | 54 mi | $26.26/hr | 160,616 |
| Temple, TX | 60 mi | $26.26/hr | 96,267 |
| San Antonio, TX | 74 mi | $25.65/hr | 1,526,656 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Texas · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
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
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Austin
Austin city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Austin, TX?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area have a median pay of $28.72 per hour, about $59,740 a year. The middle half earn between $22.58 and $35.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Austin a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos ranks 102nd of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 93rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Austin?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Austin, led by Ascension Seton Northwest. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Austin as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Austin?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Austin and across Texas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Austin.
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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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