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MRI Technologist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Kansas City, MO
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MRI Technologist jobs in Kansas City, MO
The median MRI Technologist pay in the Kansas City area is $39.07 per hour ($81,270 a year), with the typical range running from $37.58 to $45.20. That ranks 104th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 84th of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City. The free report below lists employers near Kansas City and what they pay.
- $39.07median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $38–$45typical range per hour
- 440MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Kansas City. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
MRI Technologist pay in Kansas City, MO
The metro median is 1% above the Missouri statewide median of $38.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 440 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Kansas City metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.48).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.19 | $69,040 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.58 | $78,170 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.07 | $81,270 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.20 | $94,020 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.00 | $99,840 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Kansas City ranks
- 104th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 84th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Missouri 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Kansas City
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.07 median hour buys what $42.22 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Kansas City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,407
- Per year: $70,326
- Per month: $5,860
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kansas City
| 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).
Hospitals in Kansas City
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City, 4 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lukes North Hospital Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas City Va Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Health Lakewood Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Truman Medical Center Hospital Hill Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Research Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Center For Behavioral Medicine Kansas City, MO | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, KS | 10 mi | $39.07/hr | 156,752 |
| Independence, MO | 11 mi | $39.07/hr | 121,629 |
| Lawrence, KS | 40 mi | $37.78/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 46 mi | $38.70/hr | 71,098 |
| Topeka, KS | 62 mi | $37.78/hr | 125,467 |
| Manhattan, KS | 110 mi | $37.78/hr | 54,700 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Missouri · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Kansas City
Kansas City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Kansas City, MO?
MRI Technologists in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $39.07 per hour, about $81,270 a year. The middle half earn between $37.58 and $45.20 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kansas City a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 84th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 104th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Kansas City?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City, led by Saint Lukes North Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Kansas City as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 Kansas City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kansas City 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.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Kansas City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Kansas City and across Missouri. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Kansas City.
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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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2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$47.50High$62
238 MRI Tech postings with published pay in the US, 175 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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