Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $76,400 -13.4% vs national
Median hourly $36.73
10th percentile $62,600
90th percentile $89,600
Employed locally 80
National median $88,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,600
    25th
    $70,150
    50th (median)
    $76,400
    75th
    $81,750
    90th
    $89,600

    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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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,230
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,490
    Occupational Therapists $83,200
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $63,530
    Physicians, All Other $339,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in South Illinois is $36.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.19 or more per hour.

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

    The median Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists salary in South Illinois is 13.4% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $62,600 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,150.