MRI Technologist jobs in Sandy Springs, GA
The median MRI Technologist pay in the Sandy Springs area is $45.72 per hour ($95,090 a year), with the typical range running from $40.37 to $48.69. That ranks 45th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 45th of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 21 hospitals in the Sandy Springs metro area. The free report below lists employers near Sandy Springs and what they pay.
- $45.72median pay per hour, Atlanta
- $40–$49typical range per hour
- 790MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
MRI Technologist pay in Sandy Springs, GA
The metro median is 9% above the Georgia statewide median of $41.91 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 790 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.10 | $73,010 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.37 | $83,970 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.72 | $95,090 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.69 | $101,280 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.37 | $104,770 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Sandy Springs ranks
- 45th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 45th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Georgia 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 Sandy Springs
- Overall prices in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.72 median hour buys what $45.69 buys at the national price level, 8% 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.
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- Per year: $82,296
- Per month: $6,858
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sandy Springs
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $186 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,904 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,752 |
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 the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area
CMS lists 21 hospitals in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area, 7 of the 17 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Inc Newnan, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Emory Johns Creek Hospital Johns Creek, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Hospital, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Inc Newnan, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center Marietta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Paulding Medical Center Hiram, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center Cartersville, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Fayette Hospital Fayetteville, GA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunwoody, GA | 3 mi | $45.72/hr | 51,795 |
| Brookhaven, GA | 5 mi | $45.72/hr | 59,370 |
| Athens, GA | 57 mi | $40.57/hr | 128,691 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Georgia · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Georgia
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Sandy Springs, GA?
MRI Technologists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $45.72 per hour, about $95,090 a year. The middle half earn between $40.37 and $48.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sandy Springs a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 45th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 45th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Sandy Springs?
CMS lists 21 hospitals in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area, led by Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Sandy Springs as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Sandy Springs?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sandy Springs is $186 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,904 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Sandy Springs?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Sandy Springs and across Georgia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Sandy Springs.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 18 postings$55.14/ hr$22–$69
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238 MRI Tech postings with published pay in the US, 175 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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