MRI Technologist Salary Guide: Virginia
Average MRI Technologist Salary
$34.51/hour
The average salary for a MRI Technologist in Virginia is $34.51 per hour. This is 59% lower than the US average of $54.81.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
MRI Technologist salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages
$34.51/hour
Virginia
59% lower than the US average.
$54.81/hour
United States
What cities in Virginia pay the most for MRI Technologists?
Richmond, Virginia pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Alexandria, Virginia ($34). Alexandria, Virginia has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Virginia average for MRI Technologists is $35 per hour — Richmond, Virginia pays 54% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond, Virginia | $53 | $71 |
| Alexandria, Virginia | $34 | $100 |
How does the pay for MRI Technologists in Virginia compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays MRI Technologists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by New York ($41) and Delaware ($38). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Virginia average for MRI Technologists is $35 per hour — North Carolina pays 54% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $53 | $69 |
| New York | $41 | $50 |
| Delaware | $38 | $48 |
| Maryland | $36 | $47 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for MRI Technologist jobs in Virginia?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for MRI Technologists, averaging $45 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the Virginia average for MRI Technologists is $35 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 29% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $45 | $46 |
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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