Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
MRI Technologist I - PRN
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$32.58–$48.87/ hour
MRI Technologist jobs in Springfield, IL
MRI Technologists in the Springfield area earn a median of $38.73 per hour, about $80,570 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.67 and $41.95. That ranks 110th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 94th of 160 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Springfield. The free report below lists employers near Springfield and what they pay.
- $38.73median pay per hour, Springfield
- $38–$42typical range per hour
- 80MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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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 80 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Springfield metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.12 | $66,810 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.67 | $78,350 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.73 | $80,570 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.95 | $87,260 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.87 | $95,410 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 110th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 94th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Springfield
- Overall prices in Springfield 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 $38.73 median hour buys what $41.76 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Springfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,394
- Per year: $69,714
- Per month: $5,810
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springfield
| 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).
Hospitals in Springfield
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Medical Center Springfield, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Johns Hospital Springfield, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Andrew Mcfarland Mental Hlth Ctr Springfield, IL | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 | 38 mi | $42.13/hr | 68,763 |
| Bloomington, IL | 59 mi | $37.72/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 61 mi | $37.72/hr | 53,304 |
| Peoria, IL | 66 mi | $41.91/hr | 111,696 |
| Champaign, IL | 76 mi | $38.79/hr | 91,961 |
| Florissant, MO | 78 mi | $39.19/hr | 51,290 |
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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Springfield city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Springfield, IL?
MRI Technologists in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $38.73 per hour, about $80,570 a year. The middle half earn between $37.67 and $41.95 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 94th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 110th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in Springfield?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Springfield. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Springfield.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Springfield 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 Springfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield 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 reportSpringfield, 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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