MRI Technologist Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average MRI Technologist Salary
$28.92/hour
The average salary for a MRI Technologist in Tennessee is $28.92 per hour. This is 91% lower than the US average of $55.20.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
MRI Technologist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$28.92/hour
Tennessee
91% lower than the US average.
$55.20/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for MRI Technologists?
Nashville, Tennessee pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $42 per hour, followed by Lebanon, Tennessee ($40) and Murfreesboro, Tennessee ($39). Gallatin, Tennessee has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Tennessee average for MRI Technologists is $29 per hour — Nashville, Tennessee pays 46% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville, Tennessee | $42 | $61 |
| Lebanon, Tennessee | $40 | $43 |
| Murfreesboro, Tennessee | $39 | $44 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $37 | $43 |
| Gallatin, Tennessee | $27 | $100 |
How does the pay for MRI Technologists in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Georgia pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($53) and South Carolina ($45). Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Tennessee average for MRI Technologists is $29 per hour — Georgia pays 124% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $65 | $100 |
| North Carolina | $53 | $69 |
| South Carolina | $45 | $45 |
| Virginia | $35 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for MRI Technologist jobs in Tennessee?
Perm Staff Jobs pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $32 per hour, followed by Tenet Memphis ($25). For comparison, the Tennessee average for MRI Technologists is $29 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $32 | $32 |
| Tenet Memphis | $25 | $25 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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