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MRI Technologist Salary (2025)

MRI technologists operate magnetic resonance imaging equipment.

$77,360
Median Annual
$37/hr
Hourly Rate
$55,000
Entry Level
$102,000
Senior Level

Salary Range

$55,000
$102,000

Median: $77,360 — positioned between entry and senior

Top Paying States for MRI Technologists

StateEst. Annual Salaryvs. National
Hawaii$110,000+42%
California$107,000+38%
New York$99,000+28%
Alaska$97,000+25%
Massachusetts$97,000+25%
New Jersey$93,000+20%
Connecticut$91,000+18%
Washington$89,000+15%

Estimates based on cost-of-living index adjustments. Actual salaries vary by employer and experience.

How to Become a MRI Technologist

Most MRI Technologist positions require: Associate's Degree. Salaries typically increase significantly with experience and specialization.

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