Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Madison, WI
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Madison area earn a median of $28.16 per hour, about $58,570 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $24.01 and $32.97. That ranks 116th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 117th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Madison. The free report below lists employers near Madison and what they pay.
- $28.16median pay per hour, Madison
- $24–$33typical range per hour
- 2,740employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Madison, WI
The metro median is in line with the Wisconsin statewide median of $28.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 2,740 computer user support specialists employed in the Madison metro area, 6.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.49).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.71 | $47,240 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.01 | $49,940 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.16 | $58,570 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.97 | $68,580 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.62 | $82,410 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Madison ranks
- 116th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 117th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Madison
- Overall prices in Madison run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.16 median hour buys what $28.95 buys at the national price level, in line with 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: $50,688
- Per month: $4,224
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Madison metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Madison
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Va Medical Center Madison, WI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Unitypoint Health - Meriter Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority Madison, WI | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - Madison Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mendota Mental Health Institute Madison, WI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville, WI | 35 mi | $26.74/hr | 66,428 |
| Waukesha, WI | 60 mi | $29.36/hr | 71,461 |
| Rockford, IL | 60 mi | $24.87/hr | 147,486 |
| West Allis, WI | 71 mi | $29.36/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 74 mi | $29.36/hr | 563,531 |
| Dubuque, IA | 76 mi | $26.01/hr | 58,987 |
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 Madison, WI?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Madison metro area have a median pay of $28.16 per hour, about $58,570 a year. The middle half earn between $24.01 and $32.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Madison a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Madison ranks 117th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 116th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Madison?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison, led by Madison Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Madison 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 Madison?
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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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