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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists is a notable career in the 29 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 29-2035 |
| title | Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists |
| onet code | 29-2035.00 |
| description | Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry. |
| job zone | 3 |
| major group | 29 |
| tot emp | 41,530 |
| a mean | 91,020 |
| a median | 88,180 |
| a pct10 | 64,910 |
| a pct25 | 78,150 |
| a pct75 | 102,440 |
| a pct90 | 121,420 |
| h mean | 43 |
| h median | 42 |
The day-to-day work of a magnetic resonance imaging technologists typically centers on review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, and Monitoring. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.46 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working magnetic resonance imaging technologists, the most common entry qualification is a Associate's Degree (or other 2 (65.2%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 9% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in California at $122,470 and lowest in South Dakota at $66,870 — a 1.8× spread. The top five states (California, Hawaii, Washington, District of Columbia, Oregon) average $116,076. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $122,470 | $118,470 | $73,800 | $169,530 | 3,220 |
| Hawaii | $122,060 | $113,150 | $102,230 | $125,890 | 130 |
| Washington | $114,430 | $113,750 | $79,190 | $148,600 | 930 |
| District of Columbia | $111,260 | $110,630 | $80,240 | $131,800 | 130 |
| Oregon | $110,160 | $111,350 | $93,720 | $127,150 | 430 |
| Delaware | $106,070 | $100,430 | $84,010 | $122,290 | 180 |
| New York | $104,740 | $102,050 | $77,220 | $126,230 | 3,030 |
| Massachusetts | $104,430 | $98,270 | $46,720 | $132,620 | 1,420 |
| Rhode Island | $104,160 | $101,590 | $78,190 | $125,220 | 170 |
| Maryland | $102,760 | $103,370 | $85,140 | $123,630 | 750 |
| Alaska | $102,690 | $106,890 | $89,020 | $133,740 | 80 |
| Idaho | $102,090 | $100,000 | $81,170 | $124,430 | 120 |
| New Hampshire | $101,590 | $95,570 | $78,210 | $108,770 | 250 |
| Connecticut | $101,460 | $99,830 | $75,830 | $126,370 | 490 |
| Colorado | $100,560 | $97,790 | $81,420 | $113,430 | 690 |
| Minnesota | $99,660 | $95,100 | $80,800 | $106,330 | 750 |
| New Jersey | $99,660 | $99,430 | $76,870 | $122,950 | 1,290 |
| Vermont | $99,360 | $100,610 | $83,010 | $129,960 | 60 |
| Nevada | $98,930 | $96,550 | $82,110 | $115,810 | 410 |
| Arizona | $97,160 | $95,170 | $80,340 | $111,900 | 710 |
| Virginia | $95,300 | $94,080 | $74,250 | $114,280 | 1,140 |
| Texas | $90,090 | $88,150 | $67,550 | $104,340 | 2,340 |
| New Mexico | $88,530 | $87,930 | $78,210 | $101,260 | 110 |
| Wyoming | $88,500 | $85,850 | $63,970 | $101,640 | 80 |
| Illinois | $87,630 | $89,040 | $70,910 | $104,890 | 2,790 |
| Georgia | $87,170 | $85,380 | $60,410 | $103,670 | 1,430 |
| Wisconsin | $86,720 | $87,780 | $75,410 | $101,810 | 610 |
| Utah | $86,680 | $91,740 | $77,670 | $105,650 | 310 |
| Maine | $86,340 | $89,550 | $78,670 | $104,330 | 190 |
| West Virginia | $83,670 | $80,970 | $65,310 | $101,530 | 180 |
| Montana | $83,640 | $83,830 | $65,400 | $102,420 | 120 |
| Pennsylvania | $83,560 | $83,160 | $42,480 | $106,810 | 2,060 |
| North Carolina | $83,450 | $82,280 | $63,660 | $99,020 | 1,160 |
| Indiana | $82,960 | $81,590 | $62,520 | $97,410 | 760 |
| Oklahoma | $82,870 | $82,880 | $67,440 | $97,620 | 360 |
| Michigan | $81,790 | $79,590 | $64,580 | $95,960 | 1,360 |
| Ohio | $81,030 | $83,580 | $66,600 | $98,840 | 1,610 |
| Kentucky | $80,920 | $79,560 | $63,960 | $94,160 | 680 |
| South Carolina | $80,890 | $81,100 | $66,180 | $96,950 | 670 |
| Florida | $80,680 | $79,610 | $52,900 | $99,160 | 3,220 |
| Missouri | $80,490 | $80,150 | $60,520 | $99,730 | 1,360 |
| Nebraska | $79,410 | $78,660 | $64,550 | $96,450 | 370 |
| Kansas | $78,580 | $79,870 | $62,400 | $99,850 | 320 |
| Tennessee | $77,610 | $76,890 | $63,190 | $95,150 | 950 |
| North Dakota | $77,100 | $79,520 | $66,550 | $92,770 | 90 |
| Iowa | $76,340 | $77,000 | $61,970 | $94,980 | 240 |
| Alabama | $74,920 | $73,070 | $52,840 | $91,190 | 530 |
| Arkansas | $73,260 | $74,110 | $58,880 | $91,040 | 370 |
| Mississippi | $72,620 | $71,410 | $60,360 | $80,590 | 230 |
| Louisiana | $71,730 | $71,420 | $49,610 | $93,610 | 510 |
| South Dakota | $66,870 | $70,210 | $49,210 | $83,990 | 170 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for magnetic resonance imaging technologists. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Imaging Technologist or MRI Coordinator (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Coordinator) frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
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