Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Garland, TX
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Garland area is $27.67 per hour ($57,550 a year), with the typical range running from $22.57 to $35.24. That ranks 141st of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 244th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Garland. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Garland.
- $27.67median pay per hour, Dallas
- $23–$35typical range per hour
- 19,940employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Garland, TX
The metro median is 4% above the Texas statewide median of $26.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 19,940 computer user support specialists employed in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, 5.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.10).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.21 | $37,880 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.57 | $46,950 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.67 | $57,550 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.24 | $73,300 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.62 | $90,730 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Garland ranks
- 141st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 244th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Garland
- Overall prices in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 117.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.67 median hour buys what $26.84 buys at the national price level, 7% 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: $49,806
- Per month: $4,151
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Garland
CMS lists 1 hospital in Garland.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of Dallas Garland, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowlett, TX | 5 mi | $27.67/hr | 68,123 |
| Richardson, TX | 6 mi | $27.67/hr | 118,221 |
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 Garland
Garland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Garland, TX?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area have a median pay of $27.67 per hour, about $57,550 a year. The middle half earn between $22.57 and $35.24 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Garland a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington ranks 244th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 141st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Garland?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Garland, led by Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of Dallas. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Garland 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 Garland?
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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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