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MRI Technologist
Akumin · Chicopee, MA
$52.09–$62.30/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
MRI Technologist jobs in Worcester, MA
The median MRI Technologist pay in the Worcester area is $48.02 per hour ($99,890 a year), with the typical range running from $38.38 to $49.09. That ranks 30th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 32nd of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Worcester. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Worcester.
- $48.02median pay per hour, Worcester
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 90MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
MRI Technologist pay in Worcester, MA
The metro median is 4% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $50.21 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 90 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Worcester metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.86 | $45,470 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.38 | $79,830 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.02 | $99,890 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.09 | $102,110 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.86 | $109,950 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Worcester ranks
- 30th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 32nd of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Massachusetts 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 Worcester
- Overall prices in Worcester run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.02 median hour buys what $46.84 buys at the national price level, 10% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,729
- Per year: $86,436
- Per month: $7,203
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Worcester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Worcester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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).
Open MRI Technologist roles in Massachusetts
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Akumin · Chicopee, MA
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MRI Technologist-Days/Evenings 16hrs- Enhanced Rates and 15,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Boston Medical Center · Brockton, MA
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MRI Technologist
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$48.00–$57.34/ hour
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MRI Tech - 20 hours
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$40.39–$62.82/ hour
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MRI Tech- 20 Hours
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
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Hospitals in Worcester
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus Worcester, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent Hospital Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Adcare Hospital Of Worcester Inc Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Hospital For Behavioral Medicine Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital Worcester, MA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framingham, MA | 19 mi | $50.83/hr | 73,361 |
| Waltham, MA | 30 mi | $50.83/hr | 65,849 |
| Newton, MA | 31 mi | $50.83/hr | 90,700 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 35 mi | $50.69/hr | 76,996 |
| Lowell, MA | 36 mi | $50.83/hr | 120,418 |
| Cambridge, MA | 36 mi | $50.83/hr | 121,186 |
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License and tax basics in Massachusetts
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts 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 Worcester, MA?
MRI Technologists in the Worcester metro area have a median pay of $48.02 per hour, about $99,890 a year. The middle half earn between $38.38 and $49.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Worcester a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Worcester ranks 32nd of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 30th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Worcester?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester, led by Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Worcester as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Worcester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Worcester is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 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 reportWorcester, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AkuminChicopee, MA · 2 postings$57.20/ hr$52–$62
- Boston Medical CenterBrighton, MA · 10 postings$55.47/ hr$43–$73
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 18 postings$55.14/ hr$22–$69
- Sturdy Memorial HospitalAttleboro, MA · 5 postings$51.61/ hr$40–$63
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$43Median$55.05High$63
38 MRI Tech postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 23 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 38 MRI Tech roles
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$52.09–$62.30/ hour
- MRI Tech - PRNPer diem$52.09–$62.30/ hour
+ 36 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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