PermanentPosted 13 days ago
MRI Steering Technologist - 2nd Shift
RadNet · Bonita Springs, FL
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
MRI Technologist jobs in Cape Coral, FL
Pay for MRI Technologists in the Cape Coral area centers on $18.35 per hour, or about $38,160 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.35 and the upper quarter over $30.05. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Cape Coral. That ranks 163rd of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 160th of 160 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Cape Coral.
- $18.35median pay per hour, Cape Coral
- $18–$30typical range per hour
- 370MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 53% below the Florida statewide median of $38.79 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 370 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 4.56).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.35 | $38,170 | 57% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.35 | $38,170 | 57% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.35 | $38,160 | 57% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.05 | $62,500 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.27 | $92,080 | 4% above U.S. median |
How Cape Coral ranks
- 163rd of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 160th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 13th of 13 Florida 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 Cape Coral
- Overall prices in Cape Coral-Fort Myers run 2% above the U.S. average (index 102.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.35 median hour buys what $17.93 buys at the national price level, 58% below 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 Cape Coral paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$661
- Per year: $33,030
- Per month: $2,752
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cape Coral
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $158 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,666 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,658 |
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 Cape Coral
CMS lists 1 hospital in Cape Coral, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coral Hospital Cape Coral, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Myers, FL | 10 mi | $18.35/hr | 99,918 |
| Bonita Springs, FL | 24 mi | $18.35/hr | 57,112 |
| North Port, FL | 31 mi | $39.54/hr | 92,875 |
| Sarasota, FL | 59 mi | $39.54/hr | 57,764 |
| Bradenton, FL | 69 mi | $39.54/hr | 58,184 |
| St. Petersburg, FL | 87 mi | $38.54/hr | 267,102 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Florida · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Cape Coral, FL?
MRI Technologists in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area have a median pay of $18.35 per hour, about $38,160 a year. The middle half earn between $18.35 and $30.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cape Coral a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Cape Coral-Fort Myers ranks 160th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 163rd of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in Cape Coral?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Cape Coral.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Cape Coral as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Cape Coral?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cape Coral is $158 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,666 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Cape Coral?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- RadNetCoral Springs, FL · 4 postings$45.00/ hr$40–$50
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 3 postings$63.47/ hr$57–$71
- CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 4 postings$62.31/ hr$46–$83
- Boston Medical CenterBrighton, MA · 10 postings$55.47/ hr$43–$73
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4 MRI Tech postings with published pay in Florida, 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
- MRI Steering TechnologistPermanent$40.00–$50.00/ hour
- MRI Steering Technologist - 2nd ShiftPermanent$40.00–$50.00/ hour
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