Average MRI Technologist Salary

$53.09/hour

The average salary for a MRI Technologist in North Carolina is $53.09 per hour. This is equal to the US average

Last updated on November 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

MRI Technologist salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages

$53.09/hour

North Carolina

This is equal to the US average

$53.05/hour

United States

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

Only Brevard, North Carolina reports pay data for MRI Technologists, averaging $60 per hour. Brevard, North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $75. For comparison, the North Carolina average for MRI Technologists is $53 per hour — Brevard, North Carolina pays 12% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Brevard, North Carolina$60$75
How does the pay for MRI Technologists in North Carolina compare to nearby states?

South Carolina pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Virginia ($35) and Georgia ($33). Virginia has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the North Carolina average for MRI Technologists is $53 per hour — South Carolina pays 16% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
South Carolina$45$45
Virginia$35$46
Georgia$33$45
Tennessee$29$39
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for MRI Technologist jobs in North Carolina?

Perm Staff Jobs pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $47 per hour, followed by MedQuest ($38) and CoreMedical Group Perm ($38). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $49. For comparison, the North Carolina average for MRI Technologists is $53 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 11% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$47$49
MedQuest$38$38
CoreMedical Group Perm$38$38

Last updated on November 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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