Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Mission, TX
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Mission area earn a median of $22.01 per hour, about $45,780 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.32 and $24.47. That ranks 365th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 299th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Mission. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Mission.
- $22.01median pay per hour, McAllen
- $17–$24typical range per hour
- 840employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Mission, TX
The metro median is 17% below the Texas statewide median of $26.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 840 computer user support specialists employed in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, 2.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.64).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.69 | $28,480 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.32 | $36,030 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.01 | $45,780 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.47 | $50,900 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.46 | $61,280 | 2% above U.S. median |
How Mission ranks
- 365th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 299th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 18th 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 Mission
- Overall prices in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.01 median hour buys what $25.62 buys at the national price level, 12% 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: $39,618
- Per month: $3,302
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Mission
CMS lists 1 hospital in Mission.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Regional Medical Center Mission, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen, TX | 5 mi | $22.01/hr | 148,782 |
| Pharr, TX | 9 mi | $22.01/hr | 81,142 |
| Harlingen, TX | 39 mi | $22.05/hr | 72,234 |
| Brownsville, TX | 56 mi | $22.05/hr | 191,967 |
| Laredo, TX | 118 mi | $20.88/hr | 261,260 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 128 mi | $22.51/hr | 317,317 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Mission, TX?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area have a median pay of $22.01 per hour, about $45,780 a year. The middle half earn between $17.32 and $24.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Mission a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission ranks 299th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 365th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Mission?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Mission, led by Mission Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Mission 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 Mission?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Mission and across Texas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Mission.
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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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