PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
MRI Technologist
RadNet · Nampa, ID
$37.00–$44.00/ hour
MRI Technologist jobs in Meridian, ID
MRI Technologists in the Meridian area earn a median of $49.58 per hour, about $103,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $41.63 and $53.23. That ranks 24th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 14th of 160 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Meridian and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Meridian.
- $49.58median pay per hour, Boise City
- $42–$53typical range per hour
- 50MRI 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 Meridian, ID
The metro median is 1% above the Idaho statewide median of $49.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 50 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Boise City metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.48).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.02 | $81,160 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.63 | $86,590 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.58 | $103,120 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.23 | $110,720 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.90 | $126,670 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Meridian ranks
- 24th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 14th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
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 Meridian
- Overall prices in Boise City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.58 median hour buys what $50.39 buys at the national price level, 19% 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 Meridian paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,785
- Per year: $89,244
- Per month: $7,437
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boise City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Meridian
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $177 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,841 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,933 |
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 Meridian
CMS lists 1 hospital in Meridian. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital Meridian, ID | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nampa, ID | 8 mi | $49.58/hr | 117,350 |
| Boise City, ID | 9 mi | $49.58/hr | 237,963 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 122 mi | $49.08/hr | 55,589 |
| Pocatello, ID | 205 mi | $49.08/hr | 58,231 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 219 mi | $49.08/hr | 69,523 |
| Kennewick, WA | 224 mi | $51.86/hr | 86,728 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Idaho · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Idaho
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Meridian city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Meridian, ID?
MRI Technologists in the Boise City metro area have a median pay of $49.58 per hour, about $103,120 a year. The middle half earn between $41.63 and $53.23 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Meridian a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Boise City ranks 14th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 24th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in Meridian?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Boise City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Meridian.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Meridian as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho 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 Meridian?
The federal per diem benchmark in Meridian is $177 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,841 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Meridian?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- RadNetBoise, ID · 2 postings$39.50/ hr$34–$44
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$47.50High$62
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.
3Open now: 2 MRI Tech roles
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$34.00–$43.00/ hour
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$37.00–$44.00/ hour
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