PermanentPosted 6 days ago
MRI Tech
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Joliet, IL
$38.38–$56.00/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
MRI Technologist jobs in Gary, IN
The median MRI Technologist pay in the Gary area is $46.69 per hour ($97,110 a year), with the typical range running from $39.58 to $48.83. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for Gary and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Gary. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Gary.
- $46.69median pay per hour, Chicago
- $40–$49typical range per hour
- 1,940MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay in the metro area
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
MRI Technologist - Registry Level II
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$45.00–$45.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
MRI Technologist Registry - Weekend Level
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$42.00–$42.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 28 days ago
MRI Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.76–$45.60/ hour
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring MRI Technologists near Gary
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Cross Hospital | 3 | $42 |
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 1 | $47.19 |
MRI Technologist pay in Gary, IN
The metro median is 17% above the Indiana statewide median of $39.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 1,940 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.61).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.12 | $79,290 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.58 | $82,330 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.69 | $97,110 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.83 | $101,570 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.82 | $105,710 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Gary ranks
- 41st of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 51st 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 Gary
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.69 median hour buys what $45.07 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Gary paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,681
- Per year: $84,042
- Per month: $7,004
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gary
| 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 Gary
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gary, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Hospitals Inc Gary, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammond, IN | 8 mi | $46.69/hr | 76,030 |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 23 mi | $46.69/hr | 56,531 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Indiana · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Gary city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Gary, IN?
MRI Technologists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $46.69 per hour, about $97,110 a year. The middle half earn between $39.58 and $48.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gary a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 51st of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in Gary?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gary.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Gary as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Gary?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gary 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.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Gary?
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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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Low$35Median$47.50High$62
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