Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $80,200 -9% vs national
Median hourly $38.56
10th percentile $66,160
90th percentile $92,660
Employed locally 50
National median $88,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,160
    25th
    $74,650
    50th (median)
    $80,200
    75th
    $88,200
    90th
    $92,660

    Top-paying metros for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $170,590
    Vallejo, CA $170,290
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $147,480
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $133,870
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $125,660
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $125,390

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    Emergency Medical Technicians$35,610
    Nurse Practitioners$128,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in Northwest Illinois is $38.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.21 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists salaries?

    The median Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists salary in Northwest Illinois is 9% below the national median of $88,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $66,160 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,650.