MRI Technologist Salary Guide: Charleston, SC

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Average MRI Technologist Salary

$29.56/hour

The average salary for a MRI Technologist in Charleston, SC is $29.56 per hour. This is 57% lower than the South Carolina average of $46.33.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

MRI Technologist salaries in Charleston, SC compared to State and National Averages

$29.56/hour

Charleston, SC

85% lower than the US average.

$46.33/hour

South Carolina

18% lower than the US average.

$54.62/hour

United States

How MRI Technologist Salaries in Charleston Compare to Other Cities

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Asheville, North Carolina

$66/hour

This is 40% higher than the Charleston average of $39.32.

Waynesville, North Carolina

$60/hour

This is 35% higher than the Charleston average of $39.32.

Gainesville, Florida

$64/hour

This is 38% higher than the Charleston average of $39.32.

What cities in South Carolina pay the most for MRI Technologists?

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Charleston, South Carolina ($39) and Summerville, South Carolina ($29). Mount Pleasant, South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Charleston, SC average for MRI Technologists is $30 per hour — Mount Pleasant, South Carolina pays 126% more.

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina	$67	$100
Charleston, South Carolina	$39	$45
Summerville, South Carolina	$29	$100

What are the highest paying Agencies for MRI Technologist jobs in Charleston?

MedQuest pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $40 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($27). For comparison, the Charleston, SC average for MRI Technologists is $30 per hour — MedQuest pays 35% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
MedQuest	$40	$40
Perm Staff Jobs	$27	$27

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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