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MRI Technologist jobs in Bridgeport, CT
The median MRI Technologist pay in the Bridgeport area is $52.95 per hour ($110,140 a year), with the typical range running from $49.56 to $60.76. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Bridgeport and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Bridgeport. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bridgeport.
- $52.95median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $50–$61typical range per hour
- 110MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Get my free pay reportMRI Technologist pay in Bridgeport, CT
The metro median is 9% above the Connecticut statewide median of $48.78 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 110 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.50 | $82,160 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $49.56 | $103,080 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Median | $52.95 | $110,140 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $60.76 | $126,380 | 43% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.65 | $130,310 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Bridgeport ranks
- 13th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 21st of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Connecticut 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.
What your pay buys in Bridgeport
- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $52.95 median hour buys what $49.55 buys at the national price level, 17% 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 Bridgeport paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,906
- Per year: $95,310
- Per month: $7,942
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bridgeport
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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).
Hospitals in Bridgeport
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bridgeport, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport Hospital Bridgeport, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent's Medical Center Bridgeport, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System Bridgeport, CT | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milford, CT | 7 mi | $48.78/hr | 51,004 |
| West Haven, CT | 13 mi | $48.78/hr | 55,379 |
| Norwalk, CT | 13 mi | $48.78/hr | 93,661 |
| New Haven, CT | 16 mi | $48.88/hr | 137,562 |
| Stamford, CT | 20 mi | $52.95/hr | 139,134 |
| Danbury, CT | 21 mi | $52.95/hr | 88,692 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Connecticut · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut 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 Bridgeport, CT?
MRI Technologists in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $52.95 per hour, about $110,140 a year. The middle half earn between $49.56 and $60.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bridgeport a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 21st of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 13th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in Bridgeport?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Bridgeport.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Bridgeport as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Bridgeport?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bridgeport is $146 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AkuminDanbury, CT · 2 postings$55.00/ hr$50–$60
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 2 postings$52.82/ hr$44–$63
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 3 postings$63.47/ hr$57–$71
- CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 4 postings$62.31/ hr$46–$83
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Low$44Median$54.86High$62
4 MRI Tech postings with published pay in Connecticut, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 MRI Tech roles
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- MRI TechnologistPermanent$50.00–$60.00/ hour
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