Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for magnetic resonance imaging technologists is $37.79 an hour ($78,610 a year). About 1,350 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($95,480). Tennessee ranks 48th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for magnetic resonance imaging technologists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.96 | $62,310 |
| 25% of workers | $32.52 | $67,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.79 | $78,610 |
| 75% of workers | $39.79 | $82,770 |
| 90% of workers | $47.05 | $97,870 |
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $82,470 | 350 |
| Memphis | $80,790 | 270 |
| Knoxville | $77,080 | 190 |
| Chattanooga | $76,840 | 170 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $74,910 | 80 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for magnetic resonance imaging technologists
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 2,300 openings a year (BLS)
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