PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
MRI Technologist
RadNet · Edinburg, TX
$35.00–$45.00/ hour
MRI Technologist jobs in McAllen, TX
Pay for MRI Technologists in the McAllen area centers on $36.14 per hour, or about $75,170 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.77 and the upper quarter over $38.86. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in McAllen. That ranks 147th of 163 U.S. metro areas for MRI Technologist pay, and 89th of 160 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near McAllen.
- $36.14median pay per hour, McAllen
- $30–$39typical range per hour
- 50MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 17% below the Texas statewide median of $43.31 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 50 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.65).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.51 | $61,380 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.77 | $61,920 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.14 | $75,170 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.86 | $80,830 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.82 | $89,070 | 1% above U.S. median |
How McAllen ranks
- 147th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 89th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 9 Texas 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 McAllen
- Overall prices in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.14 median hour buys what $42.07 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 McAllen paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,301
- Per year: $65,052
- Per month: $5,421
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in McAllen
| 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 McAllen
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital Mcallen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission, TX | 5 mi | $36.14/hr | 88,574 |
| Pharr, TX | 5 mi | $36.14/hr | 81,142 |
| Harlingen, TX | 34 mi | $43.31/hr | 72,234 |
| Brownsville, TX | 52 mi | $43.31/hr | 191,967 |
| Laredo, TX | 120 mi | $43.31/hr | 261,260 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 125 mi | $37.69/hr | 317,317 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Texas · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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 McAllen, TX?
MRI Technologists in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area have a median pay of $36.14 per hour, about $75,170 a year. The middle half earn between $29.77 and $38.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is McAllen a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission ranks 89th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 147th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in McAllen?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near McAllen.
Do I need a Texas license to work in McAllen as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 McAllen?
The federal per diem benchmark in McAllen 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.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthTHE WOODLANDS, TX · 2 postings$46.52/ hr$37–$56
- RadNetTomball, TX · 2 postings$40.00/ hr$35–$45
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 3 postings$63.47/ hr$57–$71
- CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 4 postings$62.31/ hr$46–$83
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Low$35Median$44.21High$56
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- MRI TechnologistPermanent$37.40–$55.63/ hour
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