PermanentPosted today
MRI Technologist
RadNet · Stockton, CA
$38.00–$58.00/ hour
New this week
MRI Technologist jobs in Santa Maria, CA
Pay for MRI Technologists in California centers on $58.88 per hour, or about $122,470 a year. The lower quarter earns under $44.82 and the upper quarter over $70.47. That is 39% above the U.S. median of $42.40 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Santa Maria. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Santa Maria.
- $58.88median pay per hour, California
- $45–$70typical range per hour
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
MRI Technologist pay in Santa Maria, CA
Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 3,220 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in California.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.48 | $73,800 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $44.82 | $93,230 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Median | $58.88 | $122,470 | 39% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $70.47 | $146,580 | 66% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $81.51 | $169,540 | 92% above U.S. median |
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.
What your pay buys in Santa Maria
- Overall prices in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.4).
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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Estimated weekly gross$2,120
- Per year: $105,984
- Per month: $8,832
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for California. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Santa Maria
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $214 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,142 |
| 13-week assignment | $27,846 |
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
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Santa Maria as they open.
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MRI Technologist
RadNet · Elk Grove, CA
$38.00–$58.00/ hour
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MRI Tech - PRN
Akumin · Los Alamitos, CA
$40.00–$53.00/ hour
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MRI Technologist
Marshall Medical Center · Placerville, CA
$59.28–$71.14/ hour
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MRI Technologist
RadNet · Yucca Valley, CA
$30.00–$35.00/ hour
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MRI Tech
CommonSpirit Health · Glendale, CA
$69.15–$69.15/ hour
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Hospitals in Santa Maria
CMS lists 1 hospital in Santa Maria, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marian Regional Medical Center Santa Maria, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara, CA | 55 mi | $58.88/hr | 87,291 |
| San Buenaventura, CA | 82 mi | $46.94/hr | 109,831 |
| Bakersfield, CA | 85 mi | $46.79/hr | 417,468 |
| Oxnard, CA | 87 mi | $46.94/hr | 200,616 |
| Delano, CA | 88 mi | $46.79/hr | 53,198 |
| Camarillo, CA | 94 mi | $46.94/hr | 69,881 |
MRI Technologist jobs in California · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
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 Santa Maria, CA?
MRI Technologists in California have a median pay of $58.88 per hour, about $122,470 a year. The middle half earn between $44.82 and $70.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do MRI Technologists work in Santa Maria?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Santa Maria, led by Marian Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria?
The federal per diem benchmark in Santa Maria is $214 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,142 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 reportSanta Maria, 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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