Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in El Paso, TX
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the El Paso area is $21.18 per hour ($44,050 a year), with the typical range running from $15.09 to $26.89. That ranks 376th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 336th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in El Paso. The free report below lists employers near El Paso and what they pay.
- $21.18median pay per hour, El Paso
- $15–$27typical range per hour
- 1,180employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in El Paso, TX
The metro median is 20% below the Texas statewide median of $26.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,180 computer user support specialists employed in the El Paso metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $11.79 | $24,520 | 59% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.09 | $31,390 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.18 | $44,050 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.89 | $55,930 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.74 | $70,180 | 16% above U.S. median |
How El Paso ranks
- 376th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 336th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 23rd 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 El Paso
- Overall prices in El Paso run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.18 median hour buys what $23.56 buys at the national price level, 19% 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: $38,124
- Per month: $3,177
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the El Paso metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in El Paso
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center Of El Paso El Paso, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sierra Medical Center El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Paso Children's Hospital El Paso, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| William Beaumont Amg (Ft Bliss) El Paso, TX | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| El Paso Behavioral Health System El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| El Paso Psychiatric Center El Paso, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | 39 mi | $23.46/hr | 116,998 |
| Odessa, TX | 240 mi | $27.21/hr | 119,748 |
| Midland, TX | 253 mi | $26.27/hr | 143,687 |
| Tucson, AZ | 261 mi | $27.65/hr | 554,013 |
| Marana, AZ | 278 mi | $30.46/hr | 62,380 |
| Lubbock, TX | 289 mi | $21.97/hr | 272,086 |
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 El Paso
El Paso city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in El Paso, TX?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the El Paso metro area have a median pay of $21.18 per hour, about $44,050 a year. The middle half earn between $15.09 and $26.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is El Paso a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
El Paso ranks 336th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 376th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in El Paso?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso, led by University Medical Center Of El Paso. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in El Paso 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 El Paso?
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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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