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MRI Technologist, MRI (Per Diem, Day Shift)
Adventist Health · Bakersfield, CA
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MRI Technologist jobs in Bakersfield, CA
Pay for MRI Technologists in the Bakersfield area centers on $46.79 per hour, or about $97,320 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.41 and the upper quarter over $56.62. That ranks 38th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 38th of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Bakersfield. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bakersfield.
- $46.79median pay per hour, Bakersfield
- $39–$57typical range per hour
- 70MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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MRI Technologist pay in Bakersfield, CA
The metro median is 21% below the California statewide median of $58.88 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 70 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Bakersfield-Delano metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.75).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.42 | $63,270 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.41 | $81,970 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.79 | $97,320 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $56.62 | $117,770 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.50 | $127,920 | 45% above U.S. median |
How Bakersfield ranks
- 38th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 12th of 12 California metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (SOC 29-2035), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Bakersfield-Delano run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.79 median hour buys what $46.38 buys at the national price level, 9% 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.
Estimate your Bakersfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,684
- Per year: $84,222
- Per month: $7,018
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bakersfield-Delano metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bakersfield
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
Travel MRI Technologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open MRI Technologist roles in California
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RadNet · Stockton, CA
$38.00–$58.00/ hour
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$38.00–$58.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Bakersfield
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Bakersfield, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Memorial Hospital Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kern Medical Center Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital, Lp Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, Llc Bakersfield, CA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
MRI Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delano, CA | 31 mi | $46.79/hr | 53,198 |
| Porterville, CA | 49 mi | $58.88/hr | 63,517 |
| Tulare, CA | 61 mi | $58.88/hr | 72,601 |
| Lancaster, CA | 67 mi | $54.99/hr | 167,426 |
| Visalia, CA | 69 mi | $58.88/hr | 146,271 |
| Santa Clarita, CA | 72 mi | $54.99/hr | 229,159 |
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License and tax basics in California
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Bakersfield, CA?
MRI Technologists in the Bakersfield-Delano metro area have a median pay of $46.79 per hour, about $97,320 a year. The middle half earn between $39.41 and $56.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bakersfield a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Bakersfield-Delano ranks 38th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 38th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Bakersfield?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Bakersfield, led by Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Bakersfield as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Bakersfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bakersfield is $132 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your MRI Tech pay reportBakersfield, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 2 postings$85.74/ hr$76–$96
- CommonSpirit HealthGLENDALE, CA · 2 postings$70.14/ hr$69–$71
- University of Southern CaliforniaTorrance, CA · 2 postings$61.03/ hr$46–$76
- RadNetElk Grove, CA · 14 postings$33.00/ hr$24–$58
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$26Median$48.00High$71
23 MRI Tech postings with published pay in California, 19 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 23 MRI Tech roles
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$38.00–$58.00/ hour
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$38.00–$58.00/ hour
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