SOC 292035

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

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.

National Median

$88,180

per year

National Salary Overview

Median Annual

$88,180

Entry Level (10th pct)

$64,910

Experienced (90th pct)

$121,420

Total Employed

41,530

Salary Distribution

Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)

Salary by Experience Level

Experience Level	Estimated Salary Range
Entry Level0-2 years experience	$64,910 - $78,150
Mid Career2-8 years experience	$78,150 - $102,440
Senior / Expert8+ years experience	$102,440 - $121,420

Highest Paying Locations for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

$170,590

+93.5% vs national

Vallejo, CA

$170,290

+93.1% vs national

San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA

$147,480

+67.2% vs national

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA

$133,870

+51.8% vs national

Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA

$125,390

+42.2% vs national

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Salary by Location

Compare salaries across 50 metropolitan areas

Metropolitan Area	Median Salary	Employed
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA	$170,590	210
Vallejo, CA	$170,290	30
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA	$147,480	370
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA	$133,870	220
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA	$125,390	440
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$123,850	270
Urban Honolulu, HI	$122,870	100
California	$122,470	3,220
Hawaii	$122,060	130
Stockton-Lodi, CA	$119,760	40
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA	$118,690	40
Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area	$118,660	40
Washington	$114,430	930
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA	$114,380	1,140
Eugene-Springfield, OR	$112,810	40
District of Columbia	$111,260	130
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA	$110,590	290
Oregon	$110,160	430
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT	$110,140	110
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ	$109,480	2,870
Kennewick-Richland, WA	$107,860	30
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV	$107,460	880
Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area	$106,970	30
Reno, NV	$106,520	100
Delaware	$106,070	180
Fresno, CA	$105,810	100
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH	$105,720	1,200
Modesto, CA	$105,450	50
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA	$105,440	250
New York	$104,740	3,030
Massachusetts	$104,430	1,420
Rhode Island	$104,160	170
Anchorage, AK	$104,140	50
Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA	$104,060	120
Boise City, ID	$103,120	50
Maryland	$102,760	750
Alaska	$102,690	80
Boulder, CO	$102,660	50
Idaho	$102,090	120
Fort Collins-Loveland, CO	$101,990	80
New Haven, CT	$101,670	110
New Hampshire	$101,590	250
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD	$101,530	310
Connecticut	$101,460	490
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT	$101,400	160
Reading, PA	$101,330	50
Manchester-Nashua, NH	$100,680	100
Colorado	$100,560	690
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO	$100,190	350
Worcester, MA	$99,890	90

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists?

The national median annual salary for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists is $88,180, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.

Where do Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologistss earn the most?

The highest-paying metro area for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologistss is San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA, with a median salary of $170,590.

How much can an experienced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists make?

Top-earning Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologistss (90th percentile) make $121,420 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.