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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Pasco, WA
The median healthcare it support specialist pay in the Pasco area is $31.80 per hour ($66,150 a year), with the typical range running from $25.96 to $43.36. That ranks 26th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 30th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Pasco. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Pasco.
- $31.80median pay per hour, Kennewick
- $26–$43typical range per hour
- 460employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Pasco, WA
The metro median is 4% below the Washington statewide median of $33.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 460 computer user support specialists employed in the Kennewick-Richland 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% | $22.40 | $46,590 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.96 | $54,000 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.80 | $66,150 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.36 | $90,190 | 49% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $67.73 | $140,880 | 133% above U.S. median |
How Pasco ranks
- 26th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 30th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Washington 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 Pasco
- Overall prices in Kennewick-Richland run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.80 median hour buys what $31.77 buys at the national price level, 10% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,145
- Per year: $57,240
- Per month: $4,770
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kennewick-Richland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Pasco
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pasco.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lourdes Medical Center Pasco, WA | Critical access | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick, WA | 5 mi | $31.80/hr | 86,728 |
| Richland, WA | 8 mi | $31.80/hr | 64,372 |
| Yakima, WA | 72 mi | $31.35/hr | 97,390 |
| Spokane, WA | 125 mi | $29.64/hr | 230,609 |
| Spokane Valley, WA | 131 mi | $29.64/hr | 108,267 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 148 mi | $24.09/hr | 57,355 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Washington · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Washington
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
Washington 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 Pasco, WA?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Kennewick-Richland metro area have a median pay of $31.80 per hour, about $66,150 a year. The middle half earn between $25.96 and $43.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pasco a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Kennewick-Richland ranks 30th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 26th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Pasco?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pasco, led by Lourdes Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Pasco as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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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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