PermanentPosted 13 days ago
MRI Steering Technologist
RadNet · Coral Springs, FL
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
MRI Technologist jobs in Clearwater, FL
Pay for MRI Technologists in the Clearwater area centers on $38.54 per hour, or about $80,170 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.52 and the upper quarter over $45.71. That ranks 113th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 150th of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater. The free report below lists employers near Clearwater and what they pay.
- $38.54median pay per hour, Tampa
- $37–$46typical range per hour
- 460MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
MRI Technologist pay in Clearwater, FL
The metro median is 1% below the Florida statewide median of $38.79 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 460 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.19).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.03 | $72,860 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.52 | $75,960 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.54 | $80,170 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.71 | $95,080 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.59 | $98,990 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Clearwater ranks
- 113th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 150th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th 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 Clearwater
- Overall prices in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.54 median hour buys what $38.20 buys at the national price level, 10% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,387
- Per year: $69,372
- Per month: $5,781
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Clearwater
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $161 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,687 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,931 |
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 Florida
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Clearwater as they open.
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
MRI Steering Technologist - 2nd Shift
RadNet · Coral Springs, FL
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
MRI Steering Technologist - 2nd Shift
RadNet · Bonita Springs, FL
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
MRI Steering Technologist - 2nd Shift
RadNet · Miami Lakes, FL
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
Hospitals in Clearwater
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Plant Hospital Clearwater, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Windmoor Healthcare Of Clearwater Clearwater, FL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largo, FL | 5 mi | $38.54/hr | 82,337 |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 9 mi | $38.54/hr | 53,503 |
| Bradenton, FL | 36 mi | $39.54/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 46 mi | $39.54/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 50 mi | $39.56/hr | 124,990 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 64 mi | $39.56/hr | 59,975 |
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 Clearwater, FL?
MRI Technologists in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $38.54 per hour, about $80,170 a year. The middle half earn between $36.52 and $45.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Clearwater a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 150th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 113th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Clearwater?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater, led by Morton Plant Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Clearwater 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 Clearwater?
The federal per diem benchmark in Clearwater is $161 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,687 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Clearwater?
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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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