Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Chesapeake, VA
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Chesapeake area is $27.82 per hour ($57,860 a year), with the typical range running from $22.49 to $35.19. That ranks 131st of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 151st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Chesapeake. The free report below lists employers near Chesapeake and what they pay.
- $27.82median pay per hour, Virginia Beach
- $22–$35typical range per hour
- 2,420employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Chesapeake, VA
The metro median is 9% below the Virginia statewide median of $30.49 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 2,420 computer user support specialists employed in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area, 3.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.38 | $38,230 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.49 | $46,780 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.82 | $57,860 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.19 | $73,200 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.53 | $84,300 | 40% above U.S. median |
How Chesapeake ranks
- 131st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 151st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Virginia 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 Chesapeake
- Overall prices in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.82 median hour buys what $28.40 buys at the national price level, 2% 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: $50,076
- Per month: $4,173
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Chesapeake
CMS lists 1 hospital in Chesapeake.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital Chesapeake, VA | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth, VA | 13 mi | $27.82/hr | 96,482 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 17 mi | $27.82/hr | 454,808 |
| Richmond, VA | 87 mi | $28.16/hr | 233,655 |
| Greenville, NC | 96 mi | $27.13/hr | 95,138 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 97 mi | $22.75/hr | 54,541 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 133 mi | $28.85/hr | 56,764 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Virginia · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Virginia
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
Virginia 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 Chesapeake, VA?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area have a median pay of $27.82 per hour, about $57,860 a year. The middle half earn between $22.49 and $35.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chesapeake a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk ranks 151st of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 131st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Chesapeake?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Chesapeake, led by Chesapeake General Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Chesapeake as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Chesapeake?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Chesapeake and across Virginia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Chesapeake.
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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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