Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in La Crosse, WI
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the La Crosse area earn a median of $27.59 per hour, about $57,380 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.02 and $30.91. That ranks 145th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 68th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near La Crosse.
- $27.59median pay per hour, La Crosse
- $23–$31typical range per hour
- 410employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in La Crosse, WI
The metro median is 2% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $28.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 410 computer user support specialists employed in the La Crosse-Onalaska 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% | $20.24 | $42,100 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.02 | $47,880 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.59 | $57,380 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.91 | $64,290 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.10 | $77,170 | 28% above U.S. median |
How La Crosse ranks
- 145th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 68th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 12 Wisconsin 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 La Crosse
- Overall prices in La Crosse-Onalaska run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.59 median hour buys what $30.06 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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- Per year: $49,662
- Per month: $4,138
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in La Crosse
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc La Crosse, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center La Crosse, WI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 64 mi | $30.64/hr | 123,624 |
| Eau Claire, WI | 70 mi | $27.85/hr | 72,331 |
| Dubuque, IA | 95 mi | $26.01/hr | 58,987 |
| Madison, WI | 103 mi | $28.16/hr | 285,300 |
| Waterloo, IA | 108 mi | $28.04/hr | 67,477 |
| Woodbury, MN | 112 mi | $31.20/hr | 80,596 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Wisconsin · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Wisconsin
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
Wisconsin 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 La Crosse, WI?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area have a median pay of $27.59 per hour, about $57,380 a year. The middle half earn between $23.02 and $30.91 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is La Crosse a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
La Crosse-Onalaska ranks 68th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 145th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in La Crosse?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse, led by Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in La Crosse as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 La Crosse?
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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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22 IT Support postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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