Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Salary in the United States
The median annual wage for magnetic resonance imaging technologists in the U.S. is $95,480 ($45.91 per hour), according to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program, May 2025 estimates.
- Median annual wage
- $95,480
- Mean annual wage
- $96,120
- Median hourly wage
- $45.91
- Employment
- 43,390
43,390 employed
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $68,890 | $33.12 |
| 25th percentile | $81,040 | $38.96 |
| Median (50th) | $95,480 | $45.91 |
| 75th percentile | $106,340 | $51.12 |
| 90th percentile | $127,670 | $61.38 |
Highest-paying states for magnetic resonance imaging technologists
| State | Median annual wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $128,710 | 150 |
| California | $124,000 | 3,570 |
| Washington | $122,750 | 960 |
| Oregon | $121,920 | 510 |
| Alaska | $120,610 | 100 |
| Hawaii | $119,370 | 140 |
| New York | $113,270 | 3,240 |
| Massachusetts | $110,600 | 1,490 |
| Connecticut | $106,330 | 450 |
| New Hampshire | $105,420 | 270 |
Lowest-paying states
- Mississippi: $71,710 median annual wage
- South Dakota: $77,010 median annual wage
- Louisiana: $77,510 median annual wage
- Tennessee: $78,610 median annual wage
- Arkansas: $78,780 median annual wage
About this occupation
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.
Typical tasks
- Place and secure small, portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners on body part to be imaged, such as arm, leg, or head.
- Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices, if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
- Intravenously inject contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
- Create backup copies of images by transferring images from disk to storage media or workstation.
- Calibrate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) console or peripheral hardware.
- Attach physiological monitoring leads to patient's finger, chest, waist, or other body parts.
Education of the current workforce — typical entry: Associate's degree
| Education level | Share of workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school diploma | 1.4% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 6.6% |
| Some college, no degree | 10.2% |
| Associate's degree | 32.2% |
| Bachelor's degree | 37.3% |
| Master's degree | 11.2% |
| Doctoral or professional degree | 1.1% |
Occupation profile data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
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About this data
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- CareerOneStop Occupation Profiles — data period 2026-08, retrieved August 14, 2026.
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