MRI Technologist Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average MRI Technologist Salary
$44.85/hour
The average salary for a MRI Technologist in South Carolina is $44.85 per hour. This is 18% lower than the US average of $52.96.
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
MRI Technologist salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$44.85/hour
South Carolina
18% lower than the US average.
$52.96/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for MRI Technologists?
Charleston, South Carolina pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $40 per hour, followed by Mount Pleasant, South Carolina ($29) and Summerville, South Carolina ($29). Mount Pleasant, South Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the South Carolina average for MRI Technologists is $45 per hour — Charleston, South Carolina pays 11% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, South Carolina | $40 | $45 |
| Mount Pleasant, South Carolina | $29 | $100 |
| Summerville, South Carolina | $29 | $100 |
How does the pay for MRI Technologists in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Florida ($44) and Maryland ($36). Florida has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $88. For comparison, the South Carolina average for MRI Technologists is $45 per hour — North Carolina pays 18% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $53 | $69 |
| Florida | $44 | $88 |
| Maryland | $36 | $47 |
| Virginia | $35 | $46 |
| Georgia | $33 | $45 |
| Tennessee | $29 | $39 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for MRI Technologist jobs in South Carolina?
MedQuest pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $40 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($31) and Tenet South Carolina ($27). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the South Carolina average for MRI Technologists is $45 per hour — MedQuest pays 11% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| MedQuest | $40 | $40 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $31 | $45 |
| Tenet South Carolina | $27 | $27 |
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- West Ashley Diagnostic
- Charleston, SC
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$35-45/hour
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- Florence MRI & Imaging
- Florence, SC
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$35-45/hour
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- Palmetto Imaging Downtown
- Columbia, SC
- Days
$35-45/hour
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- ImageCare
- Columbia, SC
- Evenings
$35-45/hour
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- Fort Mill Hosp PMN
- Fort Mill, SC
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$27+/hour
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