MRI Technologist salary in Massachusetts
MRI Technologists in Massachusetts earn a median of $50.21 per hour, about $104,430 a year, 18% above the U.S. median of $42.40. The middle half earn between $38.84 and $60.22 per hour. The highest median among Massachusetts metro areas is in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, at $50.83 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $50.21median pay per hour
- $104,430median pay per year
- 1,420MRI Technologists employed in Massachusetts
- #8of 50 states by median pay
MRI Technologist pay in Massachusetts: percentiles
| Level | Massachusetts per hour | Massachusetts per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.46 | $46,720 | $31.21 |
| Lower quartile | $38.84 | $80,790 | $37.57 |
| Median | $50.21 | $104,430 | $42.40 |
| Upper quartile | $60.22 | $125,260 | $49.25 |
| Top 10% | $63.76 | $132,620 | $58.37 |
MRI Technologist pay by metro area in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Massachusetts median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $50.83 | $105,720 | 1,200 | 1% above | $46.95 |
| Worcester, MA | $48.02 | $99,890 | 90 | 4% below | $46.84 |
| Springfield, MA | $47.82 | $99,470 | 40 | 5% below | $49.78 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
MRI Technologist pay in states next to Massachusetts
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $48.78 | $101,460 | 3% below Massachusetts |
| New Hampshire | $48.84 | $101,590 | 3% below Massachusetts |
| New York | $50.36 | $104,740 | in line with Massachusetts |
| Rhode Island | $50.08 | $104,160 | in line with Massachusetts |
| Vermont | $47.77 | $99,360 | 5% below Massachusetts |
What employers are posting in Massachusetts
- 38roles with published pay
- $55.05median pay per hour
- $43–$63typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 18 | $55.14 |
| Boston Medical Center | 10 | $55.47 |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital | 5 | $51.61 |
| Baystate Health | 3 | $50.66 |
| Akumin | 2 | $57.20 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 38 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
MRI Technologist jobs in Massachusetts · MRI Technologist salary nationwide · Massachusetts state guide
Common questions
How much does a MRI Technologist make in Massachusetts?
The median is $50.21 per hour, about $104,430 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $22.46 and the top 10% earn over $63.76 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Massachusetts city pays MRI Technologists the most?
Among Massachusetts metro areas, Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH has the highest median at $50.83 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Massachusetts rank for MRI Technologist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 8th of 50 states by median MRI Technologist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AkuminChicopee, MA · 2 postings$57.20/ hr$52–$62
- Boston Medical CenterBrighton, MA · 10 postings$55.47/ hr$43–$73
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 18 postings$55.14/ hr$22–$69
- Sturdy Memorial HospitalAttleboro, MA · 5 postings$51.61/ hr$40–$63
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38 MRI Tech postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 23 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- MRI TechnologistPermanent$52.09–$62.30/ hour
- MRI Tech - PRNPer diem$52.09–$62.30/ hour
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