MRI Technologist jobs in Midwest City, OK
MRI Technologists in the Midwest City area earn a median of $40.53 per hour, about $84,300 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.93 and $45.46. That ranks 77th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 55th of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Midwest City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Midwest City.
- $40.53median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $38–$45typical range per hour
- 190MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
MRI Technologist pay in Midwest City, OK
The metro median is 2% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $39.84 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 190 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.55 | $76,020 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.93 | $78,890 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.53 | $84,300 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.46 | $94,560 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.93 | $97,610 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Midwest City ranks
- 77th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 55th 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 Midwest City
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.53 median hour buys what $44.83 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.
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- Per year: $72,954
- Per month: $6,080
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Midwest City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $116 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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 Midwest City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Midwest City, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Midwest Midwest City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 8 mi | $40.53/hr | 712,919 |
| Moore, OK | 11 mi | $40.53/hr | 63,845 |
| Enid, OK | 71 mi | $39.84/hr | 50,519 |
| Lawton, OK | 83 mi | $39.84/hr | 90,027 |
| Tulsa, OK | 95 mi | $40.58/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 98 mi | $40.58/hr | 122,756 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Oklahoma · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Midwest City
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Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Midwest City, OK?
MRI Technologists in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $40.53 per hour, about $84,300 a year. The middle half earn between $37.93 and $45.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Midwest City a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 55th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 77th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Midwest City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Midwest City, led by Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Midwest. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Midwest City as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Midwest City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Midwest City is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Midwest City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Midwest City and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Midwest 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
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 MRI Tech roles
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