PermanentPosted 10 days ago
MRI Technologist
CommonSpirit Health · Lincoln, NE
$32.30–$48.05/ hour
MRI Technologist jobs in Lincoln, NE
The median MRI Technologist pay in the Lincoln area is $37.19 per hour ($77,360 a year), with the typical range running from $36.31 to $39.74. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Lincoln. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Lincoln. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lincoln.
- $37.19median pay per hour, Lincoln
- $36–$40typical range per hour
- 70MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 3% below the Nebraska statewide median of $38.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 70 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Lincoln metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.53).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.28 | $67,140 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.31 | $75,520 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.19 | $77,360 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.74 | $82,660 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.74 | $82,660 | 6% below U.S. median |
How Lincoln ranks
- 138th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 118th 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 Lincoln
- Overall prices in Lincoln run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.19 median hour buys what $40.61 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Lincoln paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,339
- Per year: $66,942
- Per month: $5,578
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lincoln metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lincoln
| 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 Lincoln
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Lincoln, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Nebraska Heart Lincoln, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Chi Health St. Elizabeth Lincoln, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bryan Medical Center Lincoln, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lincoln Surgical Hospital Lincoln, NE | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Lincoln Regional Center Lincoln, NE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 45 mi | $38.18/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 45 mi | $38.18/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 52 mi | $38.18/hr | 62,665 |
| Grand Island, NE | 88 mi | $38.18/hr | 53,250 |
| Manhattan, KS | 112 mi | $37.78/hr | 54,700 |
| Sioux City, IA | 117 mi | $36.70/hr | 86,875 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Nebraska · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nebraska taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Lincoln city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Lincoln, NE?
MRI Technologists in the Lincoln metro area have a median pay of $37.19 per hour, about $77,360 a year. The middle half earn between $36.31 and $39.74 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lincoln a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Lincoln ranks 118th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 138th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in Lincoln?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lincoln. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lincoln.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Lincoln as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska 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 Lincoln?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
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Your MRI Tech pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your Nebraska list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthOMAHA, NE · 2 postings$40.17/ hr$32–$48
- 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
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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.
3Open now: 2 MRI Tech roles
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$32.30–$48.05/ hour
- MRI TechnologistPermanent$32.30–$48.05/ hour
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