Per diemPosted 15 days ago
MRI Technologist
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$31.53–$46.90/ hour
MRI Technologist jobs in Collierville, TN
Pay for MRI Technologists in the Collierville area centers on $38.20 per hour, or about $79,450 a year. The lower quarter earns under $34.95 and the upper quarter over $38.86. That ranks 123rd of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 101st of 160 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in the Collierville metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Collierville.
- $38.20median pay per hour, Memphis
- $35–$39typical range per hour
- 200MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
MRI Technologist pay in Collierville, TN
The metro median is 2% above the Tennessee statewide median of $37.31 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 200 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Memphis metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.12 | $66,810 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.95 | $72,700 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.20 | $79,450 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.86 | $80,830 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.83 | $93,250 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Collierville ranks
- 123rd of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 101st of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Tennessee 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 Collierville
- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.20 median hour buys what $41.44 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,375
- Per year: $68,760
- Per month: $5,730
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Collierville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $129 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,421 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,473 |
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).
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Hospitals in the Memphis area
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Memphis area, 1 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Healthcare - Olive Branch Hospital Olive Branch, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Memphis Va Medical Center Memphis, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Regional One Health Memphis, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center Bartlett, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Delta Specialty Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Memphis, TN | Children's | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett, TN | 15 mi | $38.20/hr | 56,708 |
| Memphis, TN | 16 mi | $38.20/hr | 610,919 |
| Jackson, TN | 64 mi | $37.31/hr | 69,303 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 77 mi | $34.15/hr | 82,384 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 145 mi | $35.22/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 152 mi | $35.22/hr | 204,774 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Tennessee · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Collierville, TN?
MRI Technologists in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $38.20 per hour, about $79,450 a year. The middle half earn between $34.95 and $38.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Collierville a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 101st of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 123rd of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do MRI Technologists work in Collierville?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Memphis area, led by Methodist Healthcare - Olive Branch Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Collierville as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Collierville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Collierville is $129 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,421 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place MRI Technologists in Collierville?
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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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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: 1 MRI Tech roles
- MRI TechnologistPer diem$31.53–$46.90/ hour
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