Per diemPosted yesterday
MRI Technologist I
OSF Healthcare System · Loves Park, IL
$36.39–$47.63/ hour
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MRI Technologist jobs in Champaign, IL
Pay for MRI Technologists in the Champaign area centers on $38.79 per hour, or about $80,680 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.59 and the upper quarter over $45.05. That ranks 108th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 92nd of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Champaign. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Champaign.
- $38.79median pay per hour, Champaign
- $37–$45typical range per hour
- 100MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
MRI Technologist pay in Champaign, IL
The metro median is 8% below the Illinois statewide median of $42.13 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 100 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Champaign-Urbana metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 3.49).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.64 | $61,650 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.59 | $76,110 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.79 | $80,680 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.05 | $93,700 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.05 | $93,700 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Champaign ranks
- 108th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 92nd of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 6 Illinois 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 Champaign
- Overall prices in Champaign-Urbana run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.79 median hour buys what $41.84 buys at the national price level, 1% 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$1,396
- Per year: $69,822
- Per month: $5,818
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Champaign-Urbana metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Champaign
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Illinois
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Champaign as they open.
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MRI Technologist
Mercy · Illinois
$34.45–$51.68/ hour
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MRI Tech
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Joliet, IL
$38.38–$56.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
MRI Technologist, Registry
Trinity Health · Illinois
$37.00–$59.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
MRI Technologist, Registry
Trinity Health · Illinois
$37.00–$59.00/ hour
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Per diemPosted 9 days ago
MRI Technologist, PRN
Trinity Health · Illinois
$37.00–$59.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Champaign
CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pavilion Champaign, IL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, IL | 39 mi | $42.13/hr | 68,763 |
| Bloomington, IL | 44 mi | $37.72/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 47 mi | $37.72/hr | 53,304 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 66 mi | $39.89/hr | 58,531 |
| Springfield, IL | 76 mi | $38.73/hr | 112,949 |
| Lafayette, IN | 77 mi | $39.89/hr | 71,757 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Illinois · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Illinois 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 Champaign, IL?
MRI Technologists in the Champaign-Urbana metro area have a median pay of $38.79 per hour, about $80,680 a year. The middle half earn between $36.59 and $45.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Champaign a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Champaign-Urbana ranks 92nd of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 108th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Champaign?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign, led by The Pavilion. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Champaign as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Champaign?
The federal per diem benchmark in Champaign is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your MRI Tech pay reportChampaign, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Trinity HealthIllinois · 3 postings$48.00/ hr$37–$59
- MercyIllinois · 5 postings$43.06/ hr$34–$54
- OSF Healthcare SystemLoves Park, IL · 4 postings$42.01/ hr$36–$48
- Silver Cross HospitalNew Lenox, IL · 3 postings$42.00/ hr$36–$46
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$43.06High$54
18 MRI Tech postings with published pay in Illinois, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 18 MRI Tech roles
- MRI Technologist IPer diem$36.39–$47.63/ hour
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$34.45–$51.68/ hour
+ 16 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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