MN · Rochester · Updated October 15, 2026

MRI Technologist jobs in Rochester, MN

The median MRI Technologist pay in Minnesota is $47.91 per hour ($99,660 a year), with the typical range running from $42.08 to $49.19. That is 13% above the U.S. median of $42.40 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rochester. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rochester.

MRI Technologist pay in Rochester, MN

Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 750 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in Minnesota.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$38.85$80,8108% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$42.08$87,5301% below U.S. median
Median$47.91$99,66013% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$49.19$102,32016% above U.S. median
Top 10%$51.12$106,33021% above U.S. median

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 Rochester

  • Overall prices in Rochester run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).

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$1,725
  • Per year: $86,238
  • Per month: $7,186

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Minnesota. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Rochester

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$127
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,449
13-week assignment$18,837

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 Minnesota

Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Rochester as they open.

Per diemPosted 3 days ago

MRI Technologist Casual

Allina Health · Minnesota

$41.44–$58.24/ hour
  • Part time
  • Req R-0071481
Top 25% payNew this week
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago

MRI Technologist

Allina Health · Minnesota

$41.44–$58.24/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req R-0073876
Top 25% payNew this week
View role
PermanentPosted 3 days ago

MRI Technologist

Allina Health · Minnesota

$41.44–$58.24/ hour
  • Part time
  • Req R-0074539
Top 25% payNew this week
View role
PermanentPosted 3 days ago

MRI Technologist

Allina Health · Minnesota

$40.08–$54.93/ hour
  • Part time
  • Req R-0075296
New this week
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Hospitals in Rochester

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rochester, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester
Rochester, MN
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Olmsted Medical Center
Rochester, MN
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Community Behavioral Health Hospital Rochester
Rochester, MN
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

MRI Technologist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Lakeville, MN60 mi$47.91/hr77,971
Apple Valley, MN62 mi$47.91/hr55,272
La Crosse, WI64 mi$41.69/hr51,049
Eagan, MN65 mi$47.91/hr67,240
Burnsville, MN65 mi$47.91/hr64,864
Woodbury, MN65 mi$47.91/hr80,596

MRI Technologist jobs in Minnesota · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Minnesota

ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Minnesota taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Minnesota state guide

Other healthcare roles in Rochester

Rochester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do MRI Technologists make in Rochester, MN?

MRI Technologists in Minnesota have a median pay of $47.91 per hour, about $99,660 a year. The middle half earn between $42.08 and $49.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do MRI Technologists work in Rochester?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rochester, led by Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Rochester as an MRI Technologist?

ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 Rochester?

The federal per diem benchmark in Rochester is $127 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,449 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Fairview Health ServicesEdina, MN · 3 postings$49.70/ hr$41–$58
  • Allina HealthMinnesota · 13 postings$48.54/ hr$40–$58
  • NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 3 postings$63.47/ hr$57–$71
  • CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 4 postings$62.31/ hr$46–$83

Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Minnesota list

2What they are offering now

Low$40Median$48.54High$58

18 MRI Tech postings with published pay in Minnesota, 14 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

  1. MRI Technologist CasualPer diem
    $41.44–$58.24/ hour
    Allina Health · Minnesota · posted 3 days ago
  2. MRI TechnologistPermanent
    $41.44–$58.24/ hour
    Allina Health · Minnesota · posted 3 days ago

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